The patient was admitted to the hospital for monitoring of seizure-like spells. Video electroencephalogram monitoring (external) of these episodes was performed and did not reveal any epileptic activity.Final Diagnosis: Transient alteration of awareness. Seizure disorder ruled out.
A)R40.4, 4A10X4Z
B)R40.4, 4A00X4Z
C)Z13.858, 4A00X4Z
D)R40.4, Z13.858, 4A10X4Z

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The correct ICD-10-CM code for transient alteration of awareness is R40.4. The ICD-10-PCS code for external video EEG monitoring is 4A10X4Z.

The Patient Was Admitted to the Hospital for Monitoring of Seizure-Like