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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Cataract Surgery

ICD-10 Coding for History of Cataract Surgery

Z98.41
Z98.49

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for history of cataract surgery includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Post Cataract Surgery
Status Post Cataract Extraction
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Cataract Surgery

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Cataract Surgery

Use ICD-10 code Z98.41 for cataract extraction status, right eye, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cataract extraction status, right eye

Billable Code
Z98.41
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of operative note specifying cataract extraction in the right eye.

Applicable To

  • • History of cataract surgery in the right eye

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is clearly documented in the patient's record.

Cataract extraction status, unspecified eye

Billable Code
Z98.49
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lack of specific laterality in historical records

Applicable To

  • • History of cataract surgery, unspecified eye

Important Notes

  • • Use only when laterality cannot be determined.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z96.1

Presence of intraocular lens

Use to indicate the presence of an IOL post cataract surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of cataract surgery?

The ICD-10 code for history of cataract surgery is Z98.4-, with specific codes for laterality such as Z98.41 for the right eye.

How do you document a history of cataract surgery?

Document the type of surgery, date, and laterality. Include IOL details if applicable to ensure comprehensive records.

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