Question 1

Is I32 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I32 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for pericarditis in diseases classified elsewhere. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code I32 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code I32 represents Pericarditis 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

When was ICD-10 code I32 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code I32 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code I32?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for I32 is section:I30-I5A (Other forms of heart disease (I30-I5A)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from I32?

Accepted Answer

Code I32 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: pericarditis (in):; coxsackie (virus) (B33.23); gonococcal (A54.83) and 5 more conditions. These conditions cannot be coded together with I32 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Can I32 be used as principal diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

No, I32 is a manifestation code and cannot be used as the principal diagnosis. Manifestation codes describe a condition caused by an underlying disease. You must code the underlying condition first, then use I32 as a secondary diagnosis.

I322026

Excludes18Not coded together

Code First1Sequence another code first

Excludes210Not included here

Also Known As10Alternative terms

Medicare Code Editor Rules1CMS coding restrictions

Related Clinical Codes1Manifestation & etiology relationships