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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Colostomy in Place

ICD-10 Coding for Colostomy in Place

Z93.3
Z43.3
K94.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for colostomy in place includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Colostomy Status
Stoma Status
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Colostomy in Place

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Colostomy in Place

Use ICD-10 code Z93.3 for colostomy status, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Colostomy status

Billable Code
Z93.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of a colostomy without complications

Applicable To

  • • Presence of colostomy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type and location of the colostomy.

Encounter for attention to colostomy

Billable Code
Z43.3
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Routine care of colostomy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes details of the care provided.

Colostomy infection

Non-Billable
K94.0
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Infection of colostomy site

Important Notes

  • • Document the type and severity of the infection.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z43.3

Encounter for attention to colostomy

Use for routine care and maintenance visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for colostomy in place?

The ICD-10 code for colostomy in place is Z93.3, used to indicate the presence of a colostomy without active complications.

When should Z43.3 be used?

Z43.3 is used for encounters focused on routine care and maintenance of a colostomy, such as supply orders or pouch changes.

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