Question 1

Is T16 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T16 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 T16 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T16 represents Foreign body in ear. 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 T16 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code T16 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 T16?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T16 is section:T15-T19 (Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice (T15-T19)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does T16 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, T16 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., T16XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

T162026

Excludes26Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

Includes1Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is T16 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code T16 mean?

When was ICD-10 code T16 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T16?

Does T16 require a 7th character extension?