G05Header code — not billable

Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis in diseases classified elsewhere

Short description: Encphlts, myelitis & encephalomyelitis in dis classd elswhr

Chapter
6. Diseases of the nervous system
Category
G05
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category G05

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G05?

G05 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis in diseases classified elsewhere.

Is G05 a billable code?

No. G05 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is G05 in?

G05 falls under Chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.

When did G05 become effective?

G05 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to G05?

G05 belongs to category G05, which includes 2 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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