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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Lumbar Fusion

ICD-10 Coding for History of Lumbar Fusion

Z98.1

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

Also Known as:
Post-Lumbar Fusion Status
Lumbar Arthrodesis History
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Lumbar Fusion

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Lumbar Fusion

Use ICD-10 code Z98.1 for arthrodesis status, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Arthrodesis status

Billable Code
Z98.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient has a documented history of lumbar fusion surgery.
coding:
  • • Do not use for current fusion conditions.

Applicable To

  • • History of spinal fusion

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states the fusion is historical.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.5

Low back pain

Use when documenting pain related to post-fusion status.

M48.06

Spinal stenosis, lumbar region

Use when stenosis is present at a fused level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of lumbar fusion?

The ICD-10 code for history of lumbar fusion is Z98.1, which indicates arthrodesis status.

When should Z98.1 be used?

Use Z98.1 to document a patient's history of lumbar fusion surgery, not for current fusion conditions.

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