Question 1

Is O22.3 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, O22.3 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 O22.3 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code O22.3 represents Deep phlebothrombosis 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

When was ICD-10 code O22.3 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code O22.3 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code O22.3?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for O22.3 is O22 (Venous complications and hemorrhoids in pregnancy). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Should I use additional codes with O22.3?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding O22.3, consider adding codes for: code to identify the deep vein thrombosis (I82.4-, I82.5-, I82.62-, I82.72-); code, if applicable, for associated long-term (current) use of anticoagulants (Z79.01). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

O22.32026

Excludes17Not coded together

Excludes28Not included here

Use Additional Code3Add code for detail

Notes7Additional information

Related Clinical Codes5Manifestation & etiology relationships

Is O22.3 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code O22.3 mean?

When was ICD-10 code O22.3 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code O22.3?

Should I use additional codes with O22.3?