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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acquired Absence of Kidney (Z90.5)

ICD-10 Coding for Acquired Absence of Kidney (Z90.5)

Z90.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acquired absence of kidney (z90.5) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Post-nephrectomy status
Unilateral nephrectomy
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acquired Absence of Kidney (Z90.5)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acquired Absence of Kidney (Z90.5)

Use ICD-10 code Z90.5 for acquired absence of kidney, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acquired absence of kidney

Billable Code
Z90.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Absence confirmed by imaging and surgical history
coding:
  • • Not used for congenital absence

Applicable To

  • • Post-surgical removal of kidney
  • • Traumatic loss of kidney

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the acquired nature and cause of absence.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z52.4

Donor of kidney

Use alongside Z90.5 for documenting kidney donation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acquired absence of kidney?

The ICD-10 code for acquired absence of kidney is Z90.5, used for documenting the surgical or traumatic removal of a kidney.

How is acquired absence of kidney documented?

Document acquired absence of kidney by specifying the cause, such as surgery or trauma, and include imaging and surgical history.

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