Question 1

Is M18 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, M18 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 M18 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code M18 represents Osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint. 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 M18?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for M18 is section:M15-M19 (Osteoarthritis (M15-M19)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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