ICD Code Z43.6
ICD code Z43.6 is used to indicate an encounter for attention to an artificial arteriovenous fistula.
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What is ICD diagnosis code Z43.6
ICD code Z43.6 is an encounter for attention to an artificial arteriovenous fistula.
When to use ICD code Z43.6
1. Patient has undergone a surgical procedure resulting in the creation of an artificial opening for the urinary system (urostomy).
2. The encounter is specifically for the attention to or management of the urostomy, such as cleaning, flushing, changing, or examining the stoma or appliance.
3. No current complications or infections related to the urostomy are present during the encounter.
4. The visit is not for the initial creation of the urostomy, but for subsequent care or follow-up.
5. The patient may present for routine maintenance, education, or troubleshooting of the urostomy appliance.
Billable CPT codes for ICD code Z43.6
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z43.6 include:
- 44380
- 44385
- 44388
- 44389
- 44392
- 44393
- 44394
- 44397
- 49440
- 49441
- 49442
- 49446
- 49450
- 49451
- 49452
- 49460
- 49465
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