ICD-10-CM · G44.209
ICD-10 G44.209: Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable
Tension headache.
Code
G44.209
Category
Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
Clinical context
Tension headache.
Documentation requirements
- Pattern
Common payer denial patterns
- Lifestyle
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 G44.209 mean?
Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable
When is this code documented?
Tension headache.
What documentation supports this code?
Pattern.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Lifestyle.
Related diagnoses
Sources
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