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G72.3

Billable

Periodic paralysis

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

What This Code Means

A condition characterized by episodes of temporary muscle paralysis or weakness that occur periodically. Attacks can last from hours to days.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify the type of periodic paralysis if documented (hypokalemic, hyperkalemic, or normokalemic) using additional codes if available
  • •Document triggers for episodes such as rest, exercise, or dietary factors to aid in diagnosis confirmation

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • paramyotonia congenita (of von Eulenburg) (G71.19)

Code Hierarchy

└G72Other and unspecified myopathies└G72.3Periodic paralysis
└G72.3Periodic paralysis

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