ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Unsteadiness on feet: R26.81
The ICD-10-CM index points "Unsteadiness on feet" to R26.81, Unsteadiness on feet. R26.81 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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More specific codes in R26
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- R26Abnormalities of gait and mobilityHeader
- R26.0Ataxic gaitBillable
- R26.1Paralytic gaitBillable
- R26.2Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classifiedBillable
- R26.8Other abnormalities of gait and mobilityHeader
- R26.81Unsteadiness on feetBillable
- R26.89Other abnormalities of gait and mobilityBillable
- R26.9Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobilityBillable
Excludes1
Excludes1 means these codes are not reported together.
From R26. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- R26.81 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category R26Every code under it
- Chapter 18Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical findings
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Unsteadiness on feet?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Unsteadiness on feet" to R26.81, Unsteadiness on feet. R26.81 is a billable code.
Is R26.81 billable?
Yes. R26.81 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to R26.81?
The CDC tabular list gives 4 Excludes1 notes (not coded together) for R26.81 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is R26.81 in?
Chapter 18. Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical findings.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.