G45.8
BillableOther transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Other types of temporary interruptions in blood flow to the brain that cause brief neurological symptoms not classified elsewhere.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the transient ischemic attack does not fit into the more specific G45 categories
- •Document the specific neurological deficits and their complete resolution
Code Hierarchy
└G45Transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes└G45.8Other transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes
└G45.8Other transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes