The ICD-10 code for Kennedy Disease is G12.2, which falls under the category of "Other spinal muscular atrophies and related syndromes." The ICD-9 code for this condition is 335.2, categorized as "Progressive muscular atrophy." Kennedy Disease, also known as spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by muscle weakness and wasting. It primarily affects males and is caused by a mutation in the androgen receptor gene.
Kennedy disease, also known as spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA), is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects males. It is characterized by progressive muscle weakness and atrophy, particularly in the muscles involved in movement and swallowing.
The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) provides a specific code to identify Kennedy disease: G12.21. This code falls under the category of "Other motor neuron disease" in the ICD-10 coding system. G12.21 is used to classify and track cases of Kennedy disease in medical records and health statistics.
In contrast, the previous version of the coding system, known as International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), did not have a specific code for Kennedy disease. However, it was often classified under the broader category of "Other specified diseases of spinal cord" using code 335.29.
It is important to note that while ICD-10 provides a specific code for Kennedy disease, these codes are primarily used for administrative and statistical purposes. The clinical diagnosis and management of Kennedy disease are typically based on a comprehensive evaluation by healthcare professionals.