ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for complete paraplegia
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Paraplegia (lower) › complete”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding complete paraplegia
The ICD-10-CM code for complete paraplegia is G82.21 (Paraplegia, complete).
Within G82.2 (paraplegia), G82.21 is specifically for paraplegia, complete. Related codes cover unspecified (G82.20) and incomplete (G82.22).
As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.
In MS-DRG v44.0, it is part of the grouping logic for DRG 052 (Spinal Disorders and Injuries with CC/MCC, relative weight 1.7837) and DRG 053 (Spinal Disorders and Injuries without CC/MCC, relative weight 0.9728), in MDC 01 (Diseases and Disorders of the Nervous System), as a principal or secondary diagnosis. The DRG a claim lands in depends on the principal diagnosis, procedures and any CC/MCC secondary diagnoses.
Common questions about complete paraplegia ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for complete paraplegia?
- G82.21 — Paraplegia, complete.
Is G82.21 billable?
- Yes. G82.21 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can G82.21 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict G82.21 as a principal diagnosis.
Is G82.21 a CC or MCC?
- G82.21 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.