Question 1

Is O21 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, O21 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 O21 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code O21 represents Excessive vomiting in pregnancy. 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 O21?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for O21 is section:O20-O29 (Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy (O20-O29)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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