Question 1

Is M46 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, M46 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 M46 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code M46 represents Other inflammatory spondylopathies. 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 M46 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code M46 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 M46?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for M46 is section:M45-M49 (Spondylopathies (M45-M49)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Notes1Additional information

Is M46 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code M46 mean?

When was ICD-10 code M46 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code M46?