G83.9: Paralytic syndrome, unspecified
G83.9, paralytic syndrome, unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 4 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 8 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0283 (Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas…), G0281 (Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more…), G0329 (Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic…). The articles come from 3 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 G83.9 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G0283 | Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care | Carrier judgment | — | 2 |
| G0281 | Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more areas, for chronic stage iii and stage iv pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and venous stasis ulcers not demonstrating measurable signs of healing after 30 days of conventional care, as part of a therapy plan of care | Carrier judgment | — | 2 |
| G0329 | Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic stage iii and stage iv pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers and venous stasis ulcers not demonstrating measurable signs of healing after 30 days of conventional care as part of a therapy plan of care | Carrier judgment | — | 2 |
| G2010 | Remote evaluation of recorded video and/or images submitted by an established patient (e.g., store and forward), including interpretation with follow-up with the patient within 24 business hours, not originating from a related e/m service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to an e/m service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2250 | Remote assessment of recorded video and/or images submitted by an established patient (e.g., store and forward), including interpretation with follow-up with the patient within 24 business hours, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2251 | Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a qualified health care professional who cannot report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment; 5-10 minutes of clinical discussion | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G0151 | Services performed by a qualified physical therapist in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutes | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G0255 | Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction test, (snct) per limb, any nerve | Non-covered by Medicare | Not covered | 2 |
Medicare policy articles listing G83.9
- 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
- A53064: Billing and Coding: Outpatient Occupational Therapy (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34427
- A57311: Billing and Coding: Physical Therapy - Home Health (CGS Administrators, LLC (HHH MAC); 7 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33942
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 G83 diagnoses (Other paralytic syndromes)
- G83.0 — Diplegia of upper limbs
- G83.11 — Monoplegia of lower limb affecting right dominant side
- G83.12 — Monoplegia of lower limb affecting left dominant side
- G83.13 — Monoplegia of lower limb affecting right nondominant side
- G83.14 — Monoplegia of lower limb affecting left nondominant side
- G83.21 — Monoplegia of upper limb affecting right dominant side
- G83.22 — Monoplegia of upper limb affecting left dominant side
- G83.23 — Monoplegia of upper limb affecting right nondominant side
- G83.24 — Monoplegia of upper limb affecting left nondominant side
- G83.31 — Monoplegia, unspecified affecting right dominant side
- G83.32 — Monoplegia, unspecified affecting left dominant side
- G83.33 — Monoplegia, unspecified affecting right nondominant side
- G83.34 — Monoplegia, unspecified affecting left nondominant side
- G83.4 — Cauda equina syndrome
- G83.5 — Locked-in state
- G83.81 — Brown-Sequard syndrome
- G83.82 — Anterior cord syndrome
- G83.83 — Posterior cord syndrome
- G83.84 — Todd's paralysis (postepileptic)
- G83.89 — Other specified paralytic syndromes
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover G83.9 (Paralytic syndrome, unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 4 Medicare billing and coding articles list G83.9 as a covered diagnosis for 8 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 G83.9?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0283 (Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas…, 2 articles); G0281 (Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more…, 2 articles); G0329 (Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic…, 2 articles); G2010 (Remote evaluation of recorded video and/or images…, 1 article); G2250 (Remote assessment of recorded video and/or images…, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list G83.9?
A57668 (Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography); A56619 (Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography); A53064 (Billing and Coding: Outpatient Occupational Therapy), and 1 more article.
What is ICD-10-CM code G83.9?
G83.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for paralytic syndrome, unspecified, in category G83 (Other paralytic syndromes), chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under G0283
- Watch G0283 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for G0283
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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