G96.01
✓ Billable
Cranial cerebrospinal fluid leak, spontaneous
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Nervous System
Code
G96.01
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Nervous System
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code G96.01?
ICD-10-CM code G96.01 represents Cranial cerebrospinal fluid leak, spontaneous. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Nervous System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is G96.01 billable?
Yes. G96.01 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is G96.01 in?
G96.01 belongs to the Diseases of the Nervous System chapter (G00–G99) of ICD-10-CM.
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G96.1
Disorders of meninges, not elsewhere classified
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G96.8
Other specified disorders of central nervous system
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G96.9
Disorder of central nervous system, unspecified
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G96.00
Cerebrospinal fluid leak, unspecified
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G96.02
Spinal cerebrospinal fluid leak, spontaneous
Billable
G96.08
Other cranial cerebrospinal fluid leak
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