Question 1

Is Z89.02 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, Z89.02 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 Z89.02 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code Z89.02 represents Acquired absence of other finger(s). 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 Z89.02?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for Z89.02 is Z89.0 (Acquired absence of thumb and other finger(s)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions should be coded separately from Z89.02?

Accepted Answer

Code Z89.02 has Type 2 Excludes including: acquired absence of thumb (Z89.01-). These conditions are not included in Z89.02 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

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