E51.2
Wernicke's encephalopathy
Billable Chapter 4
Code Information
ICD-10-CM CodeE51.2
Short DescriptionWernicke's encephalopathy
Long DescriptionWernicke's encephalopathy
BillableYes
Parent CodeE51
Hierarchy Depth1
About E51.2
E51.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code representing wernicke's encephalopathy.
ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) is the official system for assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures in the United States. This code is billable and can be used on medical claims.