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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Aftercare following surgery (Z48.81x)

ICD-10 Coding for Aftercare following surgery (Z48.81x)

Z48.81x

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for aftercare following surgery (z48.81x) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Postoperative care
Surgical aftercare
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Aftercare following surgery (Z48.81x)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Aftercare following surgery (Z48.81x)

Use ICD-10 code Z48.81x for encounter for surgical aftercare, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for surgical aftercare

Non-Billable
Z48.81x
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Patient is in the healing phase post-surgery.
coding:
  • No active complications present.

Applicable To

  • • Care following surgery for specific body systems

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the body system and procedure type.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z98.85

Transplant status

Use to indicate the status of a transplant when relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for surgical aftercare?

The ICD-10 code for surgical aftercare is Z48.81x, used for patients in the healing phase post-surgery without complications.

When should Z48.81x be used?

Use Z48.81x for patients receiving care during the healing phase post-surgery, ensuring no active complications are present.

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