Question 1

Is B99 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, B99 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 B99 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code B99 represents Other and unspecified infectious diseases. 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 B99?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for B99 is section:B99 (Other infectious diseases (B99)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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