Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, w/o stat epi

This code describes a type of generalized epilepsy characterized by brief, sudden lapses of consciousness, often with staring spells, without the patient falling or convulsing. It specifically indicates that the condition is currently well-controlled with treatment and the patient is not experiencing a prolonged seizure (status epilepticus).

Use this code when documentation specifies absence seizures that are not intractable and without status epilepticus. This typically applies to patients whose absence seizures are managed effectively with medication and who are not in an acute seizure crisis. Supporting documentation should clearly state the type of epilepsy and the absence of intractability or status epilepticus.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "absence epileptic syndrome" and confirms the absence of intractability and status epilepticus.
• Do not use this code if the patient's seizures are difficult to control (intractable) or if they are experiencing status epilepticus; separate codes exist for those scenarios.
• Always sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, unless another condition is clearly the primary focus of treatment.