Question 1

Is W93 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, W93 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 W93 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code W93 represents Exposure to excessive cold of man-made origin. 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 W93?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for W93 is section:W85-W99 (Exposure to electric current, radiation and extreme ambient air temperature and pressure (W85-W99)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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