Question 1

Is F78 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, F78 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 F78 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code F78 represents Other intellectual disabilities. 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 F78?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for F78 is section:F70-F79 (Intellectual Disabilities (F70-F79)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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