With Halloween right around the corner, be on the lookout for some of these incidents that may require new ICD-10 codes.
ICD-10 CM Code W49.01 – HAIR CAUSING EXTERNAL CONSTRICTION
W49.01XA is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of hair causing external constriction, initial encounter. A ‘billable code’ is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
ICD-10 CM Code X99.2 – ASSAULT BY SWORD OR DAGGER
X99.2 is a non-billable ICD-10 code for Assault by sword or dagger. It should not be used for HIPAA-covered transactions as a more specific code is available to choose from below.
More specific codes – 7th Character selection:
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X99
- Use X99.2XXA for initial encounter
- Use X99.2XXD for subsequent encounter
- Use X99.2XXS for sequela
ICD-10 CM Code R44.1 – Visual Hallucinations
R44.1 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of visual hallucinations. A ‘billable code’ is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
ICD-10 CM Code W22.02 – WALKED INTO LAMPPOST
ICD Code W22.02 is a non-billable code. To code a diagnosis of this type, you must use specify a 7th character that describes the diagnosis ‘walked into lamppost’ in more detail.
ICD-10 CM Code F40.242 – FEAR OF BRIDGES
F40.242 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of fear of bridges. A ‘billable code’ is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
ICD-10 CM Code W54.0 – BITTEN BY DOG
W54.0 is a non-billable code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of bitten by dog.
ICD-10 CM Code R44.0 – AUDITORY HALLUCINATIONS
R44.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 CM Code R46.1 – BIZARRE PERSONAL APPEARANCE
R46. 1 is a billable/specific ICD–10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 CM Code Y93.D2 – ACTIVITY, SEWING
Y93.D2 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of activity, sewing. A ‘billable code’ is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
ICD-10 CM Code Y93.D – ACTIVITIES INVOLVING ARTS AND HANDCRAFTS
Y93.D is a non-billable code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of activities involving arts and handcrafts.
ICD-10 CM Code Y93.75 – ACTIVITY, MARTIAL ARTS
Y93.75 is a billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of activity, martial arts. Code valid for the fiscal year 2021.
ICD-10 CM Code W29.301 – CONTACT WITH POWERED KITCHEN APPLIANCE
ICD Code W29.0 is a non-billable code. To code a diagnosis of this type, you must use specify a 7th character that describes the diagnosis ‘contact with powered kitchen appliance’ in more detail. The 7th characters that can be added, and the resulting billable codes, are as follows:
- If seventh digits are
- A – 0XXA – initial encounter
- D – W29.0XXD – subsequent encounter
- S – W29.0XXS – sequela
ICD-10 CM Code A28.1 – CAT-SCRATCH DISEASE
Cat-scratch disease · A28. 1 is a billable/specific ICD–10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 CM Code K03.81 – CRACKER TOOTH
K03. 81 is a billable/specific ICD–10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 CM Code R10.84 – GENERALIZED ABDOMINAL PAIN
R10. 84 is a billable/specific ICD–10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 Halloween codes can be a fun and informative way to celebrate the spooky season. By understanding the codes, you can gain insight into the various ailments and injuries that are associated with Halloween festivities. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply a curious reader, these codes can provide a unique perspective on the holiday.
So go ahead and explore the world of ICD-10 Halloween codes, and remember that Allzone Management Services Inc. is here to help boost your revenue with qualified billing and coding experts.
Happy Halloween 2023!