R40.224
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation
Non-billableCategory
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
- Coma scale verbal score of 4
- Inappropriate words (2-5 years of age)
- Irritable cries (< 2 years of age)
Specific Codes (5)
R40.2240Billable
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation, unspecified time
R40.2241Billable
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation, in the field [EMT or ambulance]
R40.2242Billable
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation, at arrival to emergency department
R40.2243Billable
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation, at hospital admission
R40.2244Billable
Coma scale, best verbal response, confused conversation, 24 hours or more after hospital admission


