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G44.219

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Episodic tension-type headache, not intractable

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A tension-type headache that occurs in episodes or periods rather than continuously, and responds well to treatment.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the most common tension headache code for episodic presentations that are manageable
  • •Verify the headache pattern is truly episodic (not daily or near-daily) before coding

Code Hierarchy

└G44Other headache syndromes└G44.2Tension-type headache└G44.21Episodic tension-type headache└G44.219Episodic tension-type headache, not intractable
└G44.219Episodic tension-type headache, not intractable

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