Question 1

Is E88 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, E88 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 E88 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code E88 represents Other and unspecified metabolic disorders. 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 E88?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for E88 is section:E70-E88 (Metabolic disorders (E70-E88)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions are excluded from E88?

Accepted Answer

Code E88 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: histiocytosis X (chronic) (C96.6). These conditions cannot be coded together with E88 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 5

Should I use additional codes with E88?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding E88, consider adding codes for: codes for associated conditions. Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

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