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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Tonsillectomy (Z90.89)

ICD-10 Coding for History of Tonsillectomy (Z90.89)

Z90.89

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for history of tonsillectomy (z90.89) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Post-Tonsillectomy Status
Tonsil Removal History
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Tonsillectomy (Z90.89)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Tonsillectomy (Z90.89)

Use ICD-10 code Z90.89 for acquired absence of other organs, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acquired absence of other organs

Billable Code
Z90.89
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation must explicitly state 'status post tonsillectomy' or 'acquired absence of tonsils'.

Applicable To

  • • History of adenectomy
  • • Acquired absence of tonsils

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'acquired absence' to differentiate from congenital absence.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

T81.0XXA

Postprocedural hemorrhage

Use if there is a complication such as bleeding post-tonsillectomy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of tonsillectomy?

The ICD-10 code for history of tonsillectomy is Z90.89, which indicates acquired absence of other organs, including tonsils.

How should history of tonsillectomy be documented?

Document 'status post tonsillectomy' with surgical details such as date and reason for the procedure to ensure accurate coding.

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