Z48.81
Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on specified body systems
Applicable To
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These codes identify the body system requiring aftercare. They are for use in conjunction with other aftercare codes to fully explain the aftercare encounter. The condition treated should also be coded if still present.
Details
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Z48.81 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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Short description: Encntr for surgical aftcr fol surgery on spcf body systems
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM Z48.81 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of Z48.81 – other international versions of ICD-10 Z48.81 may differ.