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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for event

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Event”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding event

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for event; the code depends on the details below.

More specific event codes (official index)

  • apparent life threatening in newborn and infant (ALTE) R68.13 — Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
  • brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE) R68.13 — Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)

Common questions about event ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for brief resolved unexplained event event?

R68.13 — Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE).