Question 1

Is K63.821 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, K63.821 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 K63.821 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code K63.821 represents Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. 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 K63.821?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for K63.821 is K63.82 (Intestinal microbial overgrowth). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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