G65.1: Sequelae of other inflammatory polyneuropathy

G65.1, sequelae of other inflammatory polyneuropathy, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 11 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 2 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number), G0255 (Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction…). 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 G65.1 as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
G0127Trimming of dystrophic nails, any numberSpecial coverage instructions apply—6
G0255Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction test, (snct) per limb, any nerveNon-covered by MedicareNot covered5

Medicare policy articles listing G65.1

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 G65 diagnoses (Sequelae of inflammatory and toxic polyneuropathies)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover G65.1 (Sequelae of other inflammatory polyneuropathy)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 11 Medicare billing and coding articles list G65.1 as a covered diagnosis for 2 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 G65.1?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number, 6 articles); G0255 (Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction…, 5 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

Which Medicare policy articles list G65.1?

A57759 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails); A57954 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care); A57193 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails), and 8 more articles.

What is ICD-10-CM code G65.1?

G65.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for sequelae of other inflammatory polyneuropathy, in category G65 (Sequelae of inflammatory and toxic polyneuropathies), 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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