Question 1

Is N27 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, N27 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 N27 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code N27 represents Small kidney of unknown cause. 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 N27?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for N27 is section:N25-N29 (Other disorders of kidney and ureter (N25-N29)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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