Question 1

Is T25 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T25 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 T25 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T25 represents Burn and corrosion of ankle and foot. 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 T25 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code T25 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 T25?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T25 is section:T20-T25 (Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site (T20-T25)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does T25 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, T25 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., T25XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

T252026

Excludes22Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

Includes3Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is T25 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code T25 mean?

When was ICD-10 code T25 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T25?

Does T25 require a 7th character extension?