2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G57.81Other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb

ICD-10-CM Codes›G00–G99›G50-G59›G57

ICD-10-CM G57.81
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

G57.81 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb. 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

ICD-10-CM Code
G57.81
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb
Short Description
Other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
G57.8
Other specified mononeuropathies of lower limb

Code Classification

ChapterG00–G99Diseases of the nervous system
SectionG50-G59Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders
CategoryG57Mononeuropathies of lower limb
This CodeG57.81Other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Compression neuropathy of genitofemoral nerve
  • Compression neuropathy of ilioinguinal nerve
  • Compression neuropathy of right genitofemoral nerve
  • Compression neuropathy of right ilioinguinal nerve
  • Disorder of right ilioinguinal nerve
  • Disorder of right sural nerve
  • Entrapment of genitofemoral nerve
  • Entrapment of obturator nerve
  • Entrapment of peripheral nerve of right lower limb
  • Entrapment of right genitofemoral nerve
  • Entrapment of right obturator nerve
  • Entrapment of right sural nerve
  • Entrapment of sural nerve
  • Genitofemoral neuropathy
  • Iliohypogastric nerve neuralgia
  • Iliohypogastric nerve neuritis
  • Ilioinguinal nerve neuritis
  • Inflammation of peripheral nerve of ankle
  • Inflammation of peripheral nerve of right ankle
  • Inflammation of peripheral nerve of right lower limb
  • Lesion of right tibial nerve
  • Lesion of sural nerve
  • Neuralgia of right iliohypogastric nerve
  • Neuritis of saphenous nerve
  • Obturator nerve compression
  • Obturator neuropathy
  • Right foot neuritis
  • Right genitofemoral neuropathy
  • Right iliohypogastric neuritis
  • Right ilioinguinal neuritis
  • Right obturator neuropathy
  • Right saphenous neuritis
  • Right tibial neuropathy
  • Sural neuropathy

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR NVS017
Nerve and nerve root disorders
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

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?

Read the full article at MedlinePlus

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Convert G57.81 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
355.79 Oth mononeur lower limb
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About G57.81Overview

Is G57.81 (Other specified mononeuropathies of lower limb) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of G57.81?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, other specified mononeuropathies of right lower limb converts to ICD-9-CM 355.79 (oth mononeur lower limb). 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.