Question 1

Is B53 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, B53 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code B53 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code B53 represents Other specified malaria. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code B53?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for B53 is section:B50-B64 (Protozoal diseases (B50-B64)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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