G24.02: Drug induced acute dystonia

G24.02, drug induced acute dystonia, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 21 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 45 HCPCS Level II codes, including J0585 (Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit), J0588 (Injection, incobotulinumtoxin a, 1 unit), J0586 (Injection, abobotulinumtoxina, 5 units). 4 of these codes have a 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule amount; E0783 pays $9,917.33 to $11,667.45 (NU) depending on the state. The articles come from 7 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.

HCPCS Level II codes with G24.02 as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
J0585Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unitSpecial coverage instructions apply—6
J0588Injection, incobotulinumtoxin a, 1 unitCarrier judgment—6
J0586Injection, abobotulinumtoxina, 5 unitsCarrier judgment—6
J0587Injection, rimabotulinumtoxinb, 100 unitsSpecial coverage instructions apply—6
J0589Injection, daxibotulinumtoxina-lanm, 1 unitCarrier judgment—6
G0451Development testing, with interpretation and report, per standardized instrument formCarrier judgment—3
G0017Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site of service (any place of service at which the non-facility rate for psychotherapy for crisis services applies, other than the office setting); first 60 minutesCarrier judgment—2
G0018Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site of service (any place of service at which the non-facility rate for psychotherapy for crisis services applies, other than the office setting); each additional 30 minutes (list separately in addition to code for primary service)Carrier judgment—2
G0152Services performed by a qualified occupational therapist in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—2
G0155Services of clinical social worker in home health or hospice settings, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0156Services of home health/hospice aide in home health or hospice settings, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0299Direct skilled nursing services of a registered nurse (rn) in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0300Direct skilled nursing services of a licensed practical nurse (lpn) in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0410Group psychotherapy other than of a multiple-family group, in a partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient setting, approximately 45 to 50 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0411Interactive group psychotherapy, in a partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient setting, approximately 45 to 50 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0283Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of careCarrier judgment—3
G0560Safety planning interventions, each 20 minutes personally performed by the billing practitioner, including assisting the patient in the identification of the following personalized elements of a safety plan: recognizing warning signs of an impending suicidal or substance use-related crisis; employing internal coping strategies; utilizing social contacts and social settings as a means of distraction from suicidal thoughts or risky substance use; utilizing family members, significant others, caregivers, and/or friends to help resolve the crisis; contacting mental health or substance use disorder professionals or agencies; and making the environment safeCarrier judgment—1
E0783Infusion pump system, implantable, programmable (includes all components, e.g., pump, catheter, connectors, etc.)Special coverage instructions apply$9,917.33–$11,667.45 (NU)1
E0786Implantable programmable infusion pump, replacement (excludes implantable intraspinal catheter)Special coverage instructions apply$10,969.75–$11,380.88 (NU)1
E0782Infusion pump, implantable, non-programmable (includes all components, e.g., pump, catheter, connectors, etc.)Special coverage instructions apply$5,200.92–$6,118.73 (NU)1
E0785Implantable intraspinal (epidural/intrathecal) catheter used with implantable infusion pump, replacementSpecial coverage instructions apply$572.38–$673.39 (KF)1
J7999Compounded drug, not otherwise classifiedSpecial coverage instructions apply—1
J2278Injection, ziconotide, 1 microgramSpecial coverage instructions apply—1
J2274Injection, morphine sulfate, preservative-free for epidural or intrathecal use, 10 mgSpecial coverage instructions apply—1
A4220Refill kit for implantable infusion pumpSpecial coverage instructions apply—1

20 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.

Medicare policy articles listing G24.02

6 more articles list G24.02.

A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.

Other G24 diagnoses (Dystonia)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover G24.02 (Drug induced acute dystonia)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 21 Medicare billing and coding articles list G24.02 as a covered diagnosis for 45 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.

Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 G24.02?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are J0585 (Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit, 6 articles); J0588 (Injection, incobotulinumtoxin a, 1 unit, 6 articles); J0586 (Injection, abobotulinumtoxina, 5 units, 6 articles); J0587 (Injection, rimabotulinumtoxinb, 100 units, 6 articles); J0589 (Injection, daxibotulinumtoxina-lanm, 1 unit, 6 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

What does Medicare pay for equipment billed with G24.02?

Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): E0783 $9,917.33 to $11,667.45 (NU); E0786 $10,969.75 to $11,380.88 (NU); E0782 $5,200.92 to $6,118.73 (NU); E0785 $572.38 to $673.39 (KF). Medicare pays 80% of the allowed amount after the Part B deductible.

Which Medicare policy articles list G24.02?

A57185 (Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections); A57186 (Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections); A59707 (Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections), and 18 more articles.

What is ICD-10-CM code G24.02?

G24.02 is the ICD-10-CM code for drug induced acute dystonia, in category G24 (Dystonia), chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.

Next steps

Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.

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