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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Nasogastric Tube Placement

ICD-10 Coding for Nasogastric Tube Placement

Z46.6
K94.23
T85.528A

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

Also Known as:
NG Tube Placement
Nasogastric Intubation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Nasogastric Tube Placement

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Nasogastric Tube Placement

Use ICD-10 code Z46.6 for encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

Billable Code
Z46.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of nasogastric tube placement or adjustment

Applicable To

  • • Routine nasogastric tube placement
  • • Adjustment of nasogastric tube

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies nasogastric tube for accurate coding.

Mechanical complication of other gastrointestinal device, implant and graft

Billable Code
K94.23
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Blockage of nasogastric tube
  • • Leakage from nasogastric tube

Important Notes

  • • Document specific type of mechanical complication for accurate coding.

Displacement of other specified internal prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

Billable Code
T85.528A
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Displacement of nasogastric tube

Important Notes

  • • Ensure displacement is confirmed by imaging for accurate coding.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for nasogastric tube placement?

The ICD-10 code for routine nasogastric tube placement is Z46.6, used for fitting and adjustment of gastrointestinal appliances.

How is nasogastric tube placement documented?

Document nasogastric tube placement by noting the indication, verification method (pH test or X-ray), and any complications or patient tolerance.

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