ICD Code G93.6

ICD code G93.6 is cerebral edema, which refers to swelling of the brain due to an accumulation of fluid.

1. Evidence of abnormal accumulation of fluid within the brain parenchyma on neuroimaging (CT or MRI)

2. Clinical signs of increased intracranial pressure, such as headache, vomiting, altered mental status, or papilledema

3. Neurological deterioration not explained by other causes (e.g., infection, metabolic disturbance)

4. Presence of risk factors or underlying conditions associated with cerebral edema, such as trauma, stroke, tumor, hypoxic-ischemic injury, or hepatic failure

5. Exclusion of other causes of neurological symptoms (e.g., infection, seizure, intoxication)

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code G93.6 include:

- 61154: Burr hole(s) with drainage of intracranial hematoma or cyst; with evacuation of clot or cyst, supratentorial

- 61156: Burr hole(s) with drainage of intracranial hematoma or cyst; with evacuation of clot or cyst, infratentorial

- 61582: Craniectomy or craniotomy, decompressive, with or without dural graft (includes removal of bone flap for decompression)

- 62272: Spinal puncture, therapeutic, for drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (by needle or catheter)

- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, age 5 years or older

- 96365: Intravenous infusion, for therapy, prophylaxis, or diagnosis; initial, up to 1 hour

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and treatment of G93.6.

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