2025 ICD-10-CM code G80
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Diseases of the nervous system - Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes 6 Feed
Cerebral palsy.Excludes1: hereditary spastic paraplegia (G11.4)
Medical necessity for services related to cerebral palsy must be established by demonstrating a functional impairment impacting the patient's daily life. This may include documentation of limitations in mobility, self-care, communication, or other areas.
Diagnosis and ongoing management of cerebral palsy typically involves a multidisciplinary team including pediatricians, neurologists, physiatrists, developmental pediatricians, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists as needed. Responsibilities include:* Diagnosis: Evaluating medical history, performing physical and neurological examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (such as MRI, EEG, genetic testing), and assessing developmental milestones.* Treatment planning: Developing an individualized treatment plan to address the specific needs of each child. This may include medication management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, orthotics, assistive devices, and surgical interventions.* Monitoring and ongoing care: Regular check-ups to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and manage any associated conditions such as seizures, intellectual disabilities, or visual impairments.* Family support and education: Providing information and resources to families to help them understand the condition, cope with the challenges, and advocate for their child's needs.
In simple words: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture.It is caused by problems with the developing brain, either before, during, or shortly after birth. The symptoms of CP vary greatly from person to person, but can include muscle stiffness or floppiness, uncontrolled movements, difficulty with coordination and balance, and problems with speech or swallowing. While CP is a lifelong condition, it is not contagious or progressive (it doesn't get worse over time).Treatments, such as physical therapy, medication, and surgery, can help people with CP improve their abilities and live more independently.
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of neurological disorders that appear in infancy or early childhood and permanently affect body movement, muscle coordination, and posture. It is caused by damage to or abnormalities inside the developing brain that disrupt the brain's ability to control movement.The damage is non-progressive, meaning it does not worsen over time, but the symptoms may change over time. CP is characterized by abnormal muscle tone, reflexes, or motor development and coordination. The neurological lesion is primary and permanent, while orthopedic manifestations are secondary to high muscle tone and progressive.
Example 1: A premature infant born at 28 weeks develops spastic diplegia, primarily affecting the legs, with stiffness and difficulty walking., A child born at full term with a difficult delivery experiences asphyxia (lack of oxygen) resulting in athetoid cerebral palsy, characterized by involuntary writhing movements., A toddler sustains a head injury from a fall, later diagnosed with ataxic cerebral palsy, exhibiting poor balance and coordination.
Thorough documentation should include: details of pregnancy and delivery, including any complications; developmental milestones; neurological examination findings; results of diagnostic tests (e.g., MRI, EEG); specific type of cerebral palsy; any associated conditions (e.g., seizures, intellectual disability); and treatment plan.
** Cerebral palsy is a complex condition with a wide range of severity and associated impairments.Management often requires a multidisciplinary approach and ongoing care.
- Specialties:Pediatrics, Neurology, Physiatry, Developmental Pediatrics, Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Off Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Office, Home,Skilled Nursing Facility,Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility, Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility