Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

This code identifies a specific type of cerebral palsy characterized by spasticity predominantly affecting the legs, with less severe or no involvement of the arms and face. It results from non-progressive brain damage occurring before, during, or shortly after birth, leading to impaired motor function and muscle stiffness.

Apply this code for patients diagnosed with spastic diplegia, a form of cerebral palsy where the lower extremities are more affected than the upper extremities. Documentation should clearly specify "spastic diplegia" or "spastic diplegic cerebral palsy" and differentiate it from other cerebral palsy types.

• Ensure documentation specifies "diplegic" to distinguish from hemiplegic or quadriplegic forms.
• Do not confuse with unspecified spastic cerebral palsy (G80.0) or other forms like G80.2 (spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy).
• Code any associated intellectual disabilities, seizures, or other neurological conditions separately.