Intracranial and intraspinal abscess and granuloma in diseases classified elsewhere
Chapter 6:Diseases of the nervous system
ICD-10 G07 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of intracranial and intraspinal abscess and granuloma in diseases classified elsewhere.
G07 is used to classify intracranial and intraspinal abscesses and granulomas that arise as complications of diseases classified in other chapters of the ICD-10. These conditions often result from infections, such as bacterial, viral, or fungal pathogens, and can lead to significant morbidity if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Intracranial abscesses may occur due to direct extension from adjacent infections, such as sinusitis or otitis media, or as a result of hematogenous spread from distant sites. Intraspinal abscesses can occur in the context of spinal infections or as a complication of systemic diseases. Clinical manifestations may include fever, headache, neurological deficits, and signs of increased intracranial pressure. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies such as MRI or CT scans, and management may require surgical intervention, antibiotics, or both. Accurate coding is essential for proper reimbursement and to reflect the complexity of the patient's condition.
Detailed history of neurological symptoms, imaging results, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with headaches, fever, and neurological deficits.
Ensure that the primary disease leading to the abscess is clearly documented.
Comprehensive documentation of infectious etiology, laboratory results, and response to treatment.
Patients with systemic infections leading to CNS complications.
Document the infectious source and any relevant travel history or exposure risks.
Used when a patient with G07 requires drainage of an abscess.
Document the indication for aspiration, imaging findings, and patient consent.
Neurosurgery may be involved in the procedure.
G07 should be used when documenting an intracranial or intraspinal abscess or granuloma that is a complication of a disease classified elsewhere in the ICD-10.
Documentation must include the primary disease causing the abscess, imaging results, and any relevant clinical symptoms or treatment plans.
