Question 1

Is R97 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, R97 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 R97 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code R97 represents Abnormal tumor markers. 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 R97 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code R97 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 R97?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for R97 is section:R97 (Abnormal tumor markers (R97)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Notes11Additional information

Is R97 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code R97 mean?

When was ICD-10 code R97 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code R97?