Question 1

Is R43 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, R43 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 R43 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code R43 represents Disturbances of smell and taste. 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 R43 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code R43 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 R43?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for R43 is section:R40-R46 (Symptoms and signs involving cognition, perception, emotional state and behavior (R40-R46)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Notes9Additional information

Is R43 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code R43 mean?

When was ICD-10 code R43 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code R43?