Question 1

Is T22.16 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T22.16 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 T22.16 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T22.16 represents Burn of first degree of scapular region. 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 T22.16?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T22.16 is T22.1 (Burn of first degree of shoulder and upper limb, except wrist and hand). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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