Question 1

Is Z17.42 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, Z17.42 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 Z17.42 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code Z17.42 represents Hormone receptor negative. 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 Z17.42?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for Z17.42 is Z17.4 (Combined receptor status). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Is Z17.42 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code Z17.42 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code Z17.42?

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