Find information on Narcolepsy with Cataplexy diagnosis, including clinical documentation requirements, ICD-10 code G47.411, medical coding guidelines, and healthcare provider resources. Learn about symptoms like excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy, sleep paralysis, and hallucinations. Explore diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis considerations, and treatment options for Narcolepsy with Cataplexy. This resource provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals, coders, and patients seeking accurate information on this sleep disorder.
Also known as
Narcolepsy with cataplexy
Sleep disorder with excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden muscle weakness.
Other narcolepsy
Narcolepsy without cataplexy or with unspecified features.
Sleep disorders
Conditions causing difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or excessive sleep.
Other sleep disorders
Sleep problems not classified elsewhere, including excessive daytime sleepiness.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Does the patient have narcolepsy?
Yes
Does the patient have cataplexy?
No
Do NOT code narcolepsy. Evaluate for other sleep disorders.
When to use each related code
Description |
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Narcolepsy with cataplexy |
Narcolepsy without cataplexy |
Idiopathic hypersomnia |
Insufficient documentation of cataplexy episodes to support G47.41 diagnosis. CDI should query for symptom details.
Miscoding secondary narcolepsy due to another condition. Accurate documentation and coding of underlying cause is crucial for compliance.
Using G47.40 (Unspecified Narcolepsy) when cataplexy is present. Review documentation for cataplexy symptoms to justify G47.41.
Patient presents with excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), a hallmark symptom of narcolepsy with cataplexy. The patient reports irresistible sleep attacks occurring multiple times daily, often in inappropriate situations. These episodes of sudden sleep onset are accompanied by cataplexy, characterized by brief episodes of bilateral muscle weakness triggered by strong emotions such as laughter or excitement. The patient denies sleep paralysis or hypnagogic hallucinations. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) score is elevated at [insert score]. Multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT) revealed a mean sleep latency of [insert value] minutes and two or more sleep onset REM periods (SOREMPs), confirming the diagnosis of narcolepsy. Differential diagnoses considered include idiopathic hypersomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders. The patient's medical history is significant for [list comorbidities]. Current medications include [list medications]. A treatment plan has been initiated, focusing on improving daytime alertness and managing cataplexy. This includes patient education regarding sleep hygiene, scheduled naps, and pharmacotherapy with [medication name and dosage] for EDS and [medication name and dosage] for cataplexy. The patient was counseled on the risks and benefits of each medication, including potential side effects. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [timeframe] to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust medication as needed. ICD-10 code G47.41 (narcolepsy with cataplexy) is assigned. Further evaluation and management will focus on optimizing medication regimen, addressing potential comorbidities, and improving quality of life.