R26: Abnormalities of gait and mobility
Codes under R26 (Abnormalities of gait and mobility). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| R26.0 | Ataxic gait | ✓ |
| R26.0 | Ataxic gait | ✓ |
| R26.1 | Paralytic gait | ✓ |
| R26.1 | Paralytic gait | ✓ |
| R26.2 | Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified | ✓ |
| R26.2 | Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified | ✓ |
| R26.8 | Other abnormalities of gait and mobility | — |
| R26.8 | Other abnormalities of gait and mobility | — |
| R26.9 | Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility | ✓ |
| R26.9 | Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility | ✓ |
| R26.81 | Unsteadiness on feet | ✓ |
| R26.81 | Unsteadiness on feet | ✓ |
| R26.89 | Other abnormalities of gait and mobility | ✓ |
| R26.89 | Other abnormalities of gait and mobility | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code R26?
R26 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Abnormalities of gait and mobility. It contains 14 more specific diagnosis codes, 12 of which are billable.
Is R26 a billable code?
No — R26 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example R26.0 — Ataxic gait). 12 of the 14 codes under R26 are billable.
What codes fall under R26?
R26 includes R26.0, R26.0, R26.1, R26.1, R26.2, plus 9 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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