Question 1

Is G13 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, G13 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 G13 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code G13 represents Systemic atrophies primarily affecting central nervous system in diseases classified elsewhere. 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 G13?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for G13 is section:G10-G14 (Systemic atrophies primarily affecting the central nervous system (G10-G14)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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