R68.13
✓ Billable
Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
Code
R68.13
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code R68.13?
ICD-10-CM code R68.13 represents Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE). It is a billable diagnosis code in the Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is R68.13 billable?
Yes. R68.13 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is R68.13 in?
R68.13 belongs to the Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings chapter (R00–R99) of ICD-10-CM.
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