Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for presence of urinary catheter includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Presence of Urinary Catheter
Use ICD-10 code Z46.6 for encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
The ICD-10 code for routine urinary catheter care is Z46.6, used for encounters involving the fitting and adjustment of urinary devices without complications.
A catheter-associated UTI is coded as T83.51, provided there is explicit documentation linking the infection to the catheter.