G35.D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
G35.D, multiple sclerosis, unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 16 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 83 HCPCS Level II codes, including J0585 (Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit), J0588 (Injection, incobotulinumtoxin a, 1 unit), J0586 (Injection, abobotulinumtoxina, 5 units). 55 of these codes have a 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule amount; A7020 pays $19.87 to $23.81 (NU) depending on the state. The articles come from 5 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 G35.D as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J0585 | Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 6 |
| J0588 | Injection, incobotulinumtoxin a, 1 unit | Carrier judgment | — | 6 |
| J0586 | Injection, abobotulinumtoxina, 5 units | Carrier judgment | — | 6 |
| J0587 | Injection, rimabotulinumtoxinb, 100 units | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 6 |
| J0589 | Injection, daxibotulinumtoxina-lanm, 1 unit | Carrier judgment | — | 6 |
| A7020 | Interface for cough stimulating device, includes all components, replacement only | Carrier judgment | $19.87–$23.81 (NU) | 1 |
| E0483 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each | Carrier judgment | $1,515.12–$1,818.13 (RR) | 1 |
| A7025 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system vest, replacement for use with patient owned equipment, each | Carrier judgment | $61.99–$74.42 (RR) | 1 |
| A7026 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system hose, replacement for use with patient owned equipment, each | Carrier judgment | $40.96–$49.15 (NU) | 1 |
| G0127 | Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| G0451 | Development testing, with interpretation and report, per standardized instrument form | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| E0783 | Infusion 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 |
| E0786 | Implantable programmable infusion pump, replacement (excludes implantable intraspinal catheter) | Special coverage instructions apply | $10,969.75–$11,380.88 (NU) | 1 |
| E0782 | Infusion 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 |
| E0785 | Implantable intraspinal (epidural/intrathecal) catheter used with implantable infusion pump, replacement | Special coverage instructions apply | $572.38–$673.39 (KF) | 1 |
| J7999 | Compounded drug, not otherwise classified | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J2278 | Injection, ziconotide, 1 microgram | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J2274 | Injection, morphine sulfate, preservative-free for epidural or intrathecal use, 10 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| A4220 | Refill kit for implantable infusion pump | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J9200 | Injection, floxuridine, 500 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| L1844 | Knee orthosis, single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $1,865.51–$2,436.24 | 1 |
| L1860 | Knee orthosis, modification of supracondylar prosthetic socket, custom fabricated (sk) | Carrier judgment | $1,233.07–$1,985.94 | 1 |
| L1846 | Knee orthosis, double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $1,283.72–$1,960.17 | 1 |
| L1834 | Knee orthosis, without knee joint, rigid, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $892.02–$1,808.36 | 1 |
| L1832 | Knee orthosis, adjustable knee joints (unicentric or polycentric), positional orthosis, rigid support, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise | Carrier judgment | $698.63–$1,618.03 | 1 |
58 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.
Medicare policy articles listing G35.D
- A52510: Mechanical In-exsufflation Devices - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33795
- A52494: High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Devices - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33785
- A57759: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33636, L34246
- A57185: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections (Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L35170, L35172, L39832, L39836
- A57186: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections (Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L35170, L35172, L39832, L39836
- A59707: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L35170, L35172, L39832, L39836
- A59714: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L35170, L35172, L39832, L39836
- A59726: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxins Injections (CGS Administrators, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes)
- A59809: Billing and Coding: Botulinum Toxin Injections (WPS Insurance Corporation (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 5 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L35170, L35172, L39832, L39836
- A56680: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
- A56937: Billing and Coding: Psychiatry and Psychology Services (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33632, L34616
- A57668: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A56619: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A56695: Billing and Coding: Implantable Infusion Pump (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part B); 9 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33461
- A52465: Knee Orthoses - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 53 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33318
1 more articles list G35.D.
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 G35 diagnoses (Multiple sclerosis)
- G35.A — Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
- G35.B0 — Primary progressive multiple sclerosis, unspecified
- G35.B1 — Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis
- G35.B2 — Non-active primary progressive multiple sclerosis
- G35.C0 — Secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, unspecified
- G35.C1 — Active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis
- G35.C2 — Non-active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover G35.D (Multiple sclerosis, unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 16 Medicare billing and coding articles list G35.D as a covered diagnosis for 83 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 G35.D?
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 G35.D?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): A7020 $19.87 to $23.81 (NU); E0483 $1,515.12 to $1,818.13 (RR); A7025 $61.99 to $74.42 (RR); A7026 $40.96 to $49.15 (NU). Medicare pays 80% of the allowed amount after the Part B deductible.
Which Medicare policy articles list G35.D?
A52510 (Mechanical In-exsufflation Devices - Policy Article); A52494 (High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Devices - Policy Article); A57759 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails), and 13 more articles.
What is ICD-10-CM code G35.D?
G35.D is the ICD-10-CM code for multiple sclerosis, unspecified, in category G35 (Multiple sclerosis), chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under J0585
- Watch J0585 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for J0585
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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