Disorders of trigeminal nerve (G50)

• ICD-10 Index

  • Diseases of the nervous system (G00–G99)

    • Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders (G50-G59)

      • Disorders of trigeminal nerve (G50)

        • G50 - Disorders of trigeminal nerve NON-BILLABLE CODE
        • G50.0 - Trigeminal neuralgia BILLABLE CODE
        • G50.1 - Atypical facial pain BILLABLE CODE
        • G50.8 - Other disorders of trigeminal nerve BILLABLE CODE
        • G50.9 - Disorder of trigeminal nerve, unspecified BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information for Disorders of trigeminal nerve (G50)

Trigeminal Neuralgia - A syndrome characterized by recurrent episodes of excruciating pain lasting several seconds or longer in the sensory distribution of the TRIGEMINAL NERVE. Pain may be initiated by stimulation of trigger points on the face, lips, or gums or by movement of facial muscles or chewing. Associated conditions include MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, vascular anomalies, ANEURYSMS, and neoplasms. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p187)

Instructional Notations

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• disorders of 5th cranial nerve