2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G54.5Neuralgic amyotrophy
ICD-10-CM Codes›G00–G99›G50-G59›G54
- Billable — Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition
G54.5 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for neuralgic amyotrophy. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026). In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Nerve and nerve root disorders.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Bilateral brachial plexopathy of upper limbs
- Bilateral neuralgic amyotrophy
- Bilateral upper limb nerve inflammation
- Brachial neuritis of bilateral upper limbs
- Brachial neuritis of left upper limb
- Brachial neuritis of right upper limb
- Brachial plexopathy of left upper limb
- Brachial plexopathy of right upper limb
- Inflammation of peripheral nerve of left upper limb
- Inflammation of peripheral nerve of right upper limb
- Left Parsonage Turner syndrome
- Neuralgic amyotrophy
- Right Parsonage Turner syndrome
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Inclusion Terms
- Parsonage-Aldren-Turner syndrome
- Shoulder-girdle neuritis
Type 1 Excludes
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance
Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.
- Amyotrophia, amyotrophy, amyotrophic - G71.8
- neuralgic - G54.5
- Neuritis (rheumatoid) - M79.2
- shoulder-girdle - G54.5
- Parsonage (-Aldren)-Turner syndrome - G54.5
- Syndrome - See Also: Disease;
- Parsonage (-Aldren)-Turner - G54.5
External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance
References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.
- Amyotrophia, amyotrophy, amyotrophic
- neuralgic
- Neuritis(rheumatoid)
- shoulder-girdle
- Parsonage(-Aldren)-Turner syndrome
- Syndrome
- Parsonage (-Aldren)-Turner
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Patient EducationClinical
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Nerves are like wires that carry messages back and forth between your brain and your body. Your peripheral nerves branch off from your brain and spinal cord and connect to all parts of your body, including your muscles and organs.
The full article covers:
- What are peripheral nerves?
- What are peripheral nerve disorders?
- What causes peripheral nerve disorders?
- What are the symptoms of peripheral nerve disorders?
- How are peripheral nerve disorders diagnosed?
- What are the treatments for peripheral nerve disorders?
- Can peripheral nerve disorders be prevented?
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Convert G54.5 to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About G54.5Overview
Is G54.5 (Nerve root and plexus disorders) a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report neuralgic amyotrophy on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What is the ICD-9 equivalent of G54.5?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, neuralgic amyotrophy converts to ICD-9-CM 353.5 (neuralgic amyotrophy). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.
Footnotes
[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:
- The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
- The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.
