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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Dressing Change

ICD-10 Coding for Dressing Change

Z48.01
Z48.00

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

Also Known as:
Wound Dressing Change
Bandage Change
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Dressing Change

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Dressing Change

Use ICD-10 code Z48.01 for encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

Billable Code
Z48.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of a surgical wound requiring dressing change

Applicable To

  • • Post-surgical wound management

Important Notes

  • • Ensure surgical wound is specified in documentation.

Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

Billable Code
Z48.00
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Chronic or non-surgical wounds

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies non-surgical wound.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for dressing change?

The ICD-10 codes for dressing changes are Z48.01 for surgical wound dressing changes and Z48.00 for non-surgical wound dressing changes.

When should Z48.01 be used?

Use Z48.01 when the focus of care is on post-surgical wound management, such as incision care or stitch removal.

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