G24.02
BillableDrug induced acute dystonia
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Sudden onset of abnormal muscle contractions and twisted postures occurring within hours to days of taking certain medications, usually antipsychotics.
Coding Tips
- •Document the causative medication and exact timing of symptom onset relative to medication administration
- •This is an acute reaction requiring immediate clinical attention and medication adjustment
Code Hierarchy
└G24Dystonia└G24.0Drug induced dystonia└G24.02Drug induced acute dystonia
└G24.02Drug induced acute dystonia