Question 1

Is T26 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T26 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 T26 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T26 represents Burn and corrosion confined to eye and adnexa. 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 T26 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code T26 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 T26?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T26 is section:T26-T28 (Burns and corrosions confined to eye and internal organs (T26-T28)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does T26 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, T26 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., T26XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

T262026

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Is T26 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code T26 mean?

When was ICD-10 code T26 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T26?

Does T26 require a 7th character extension?