Question 1

Is I09.81 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I09.81 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for rheumatic heart failure. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code I09.81 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code I09.81 represents Rheumatic heart failure. 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 I09.81?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for I09.81 is I09.8 (Other specified rheumatic heart diseases). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

Should I use additional codes with I09.81?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding I09.81, consider adding codes for: code to identify type of heart failure (I50.-). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

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Is I09.81 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code I09.81 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code I09.81?

Should I use additional codes with I09.81?