ICD Code Z48.02
ICD code Z48.02 is used to indicate an encounter for removal of sutures after a surgical procedure.
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What is ICD diagnosis code Z48.02
ICD code Z48.02 is an encounter for removal of sutures.
When to use ICD code Z48.02
1. Patient has undergone a surgical procedure.
2. Patient requires removal of sutures or surgical staples.
3. The removal is part of routine post-operative care.
4. No complications or infections are present at the surgical site.
5. The encounter is specifically for the purpose of suture or staple removal, not for evaluation of other post-operative issues.
Billable CPT codes for ICD code Z48.02
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z48.02 include:
- 99211–99215 (Established patient office or other outpatient visit)
- 99201–99205 (New patient office or other outpatient visit)
- 11042–11047 (Debridement codes, if wound care is involved)
- 97597–97598 (Removal of devitalized tissue)
- 29580 (Application of Unna boot, if compression is required)
- 29581 (Application of multi-layer compression system)
- 99499 (Unlisted evaluation and management service, if applicable)
Always confirm code selection based on documentation and payer guidelines.
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