G40.81
Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
Clinical Information
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A syndrome characterized by frequent episodes of epilepsy during childhood. The epileptic episodes may be tonic, atonic, myoclonic, or absence seizures. It may be accompanied by mental retardation and behavioral problems.
Details
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G40.81 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM G40.81 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of G40.81 – other international versions of ICD-10 G40.81 may differ.