Question 1

Is I79 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, I79 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 I79 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code I79 represents Disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries 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 I79?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for I79 is section:I70-I79 (Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries (I70-I79)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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