ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for transient paralysis
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Paralysis, paralytic (complete) (incomplete) › transient”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding transient paralysis
The ICD-10-CM code for transient paralysis is R29.5 (Transient paralysis). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on R29.5.
Within R29 (other symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems), R29.5 is specifically for transient paralysis. Related codes cover tetany (R29.0), Meningismus (R29.1), abnormal reflex (R29.2), abnormal posture (R29.3), Clicking hip (R29.4), repeated falls (R29.6), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score (R29.7), other symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems (R29.8) and 1 more.
Don't report R29.5 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: transient ischemic attack (G45.9).
Code first: any associated spinal cord injury (S14.0, S14.1-, S24.0, S24.1-, S34.0-, S34.1-).
More specific transient paralysis codes (official index)
- arm or leg NEC R29.818 — Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
- traumatic NEC
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for R29.5)
- transient ischemic attack (G45.9)
Common questions about transient paralysis ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for transient paralysis?
- R29.5 — Transient paralysis. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: R29.818.
What is the ICD-10 code for arm or leg nec transient paralysis?
- R29.818 — Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system.
Is R29.5 billable?
- Yes. R29.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can R29.5 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict R29.5 as a principal diagnosis.
Is R29.5 a CC or MCC?
- R29.5 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.