Question 1

Is M94 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, M94 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 M94 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code M94 represents Other disorders of cartilage. 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 M94 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code M94 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 M94?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for M94 is section:M91-M94 (Chondropathies (M91-M94)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Notes1Additional information

Is M94 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code M94 mean?

When was ICD-10 code M94 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code M94?