ICD Code Z48.811

ICD code Z48.811 is encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system.

1. Patient presents for removal of surgical sutures or staples.

2. The removal is following a surgical procedure.

3. There are no complications such as infection or wound dehiscence at the time of removal.

4. The encounter is specifically for the aftercare related to suture or staple removal, not for ongoing treatment of the underlying condition.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z48.811 include:

- 99211–99215 (Established patient office or other outpatient visit)

- 99201–99205 (New patient office or other outpatient visit)

- 11042–11047 (Debridement codes)

- 97597–97598 (Debridement, wound(s), selective)

- 29580 (Application of Unna boot)

- 29581 (Application of multi-layer compression system)

- 97602 (Wound(s) care, non-selective debridement)

- 97605–97606 (Negative pressure wound therapy)

- 99406–99407 (Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling, if applicable)

- 99304–99310 (Subsequent nursing facility care, if performed in that setting)

Always select CPT codes based on the specific services provided and documentation.

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