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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for acute myopathy

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

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

About coding acute myopathy

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

More specific acute myopathy codes (official index)

  • necrotizing G72.81 — Critical illness myopathy
  • quadriplegic G72.81 — Critical illness myopathy

Common questions about acute myopathy ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for necrotizing acute myopathy?

G72.81 — Critical illness myopathy.

What is the ICD-10 code for quadriplegic acute myopathy?

G72.81 — Critical illness myopathy.