Question 1

Is T23.20 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T23.20 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 T23.20 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T23.20 represents Burn of second degree of hand, unspecified site. 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 T23.20?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T23.20 is T23.2 (Burn of second degree of wrist and hand). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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