ICD-Code G04: Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

Note

In outpatient care, the ICD code on medical documents is always appended with a diagnostic confidence indicator (A, G, V or Z): A (excluded diagnosis), G (confirmed diagnosis), V (tentative diagnosis) and Z (condition after a confirmed diagnosis).

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Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain)

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Meningitis

Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges (brain membranes). This can have multiple causes. If triggered by bacteria, meningitis can quickly become life-threatening.