Question 1

Is B01 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, B01 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 B01 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code B01 represents Varicella [chickenpox]. 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 B01 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code B01 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 B01?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for B01 is section:B00-B09 (Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions (B00-B09)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Is B01 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code B01 mean?

When was ICD-10 code B01 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code B01?