ICD Code Z48.815
ICD code Z48.815 is used to indicate an encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system.
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What is ICD diagnosis code Z48.815
ICD code Z48.815 is an encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system.
When to use ICD code Z48.815
1. Patient has undergone a recent surgical procedure.
2. Patient requires subsequent removal of surgical sutures or staples.
3. Removal is being performed during a follow-up encounter, not during the initial surgical procedure.
4. No complications such as infection or wound dehiscence are present at the time of suture or staple removal.
5. The encounter is specifically for the purpose of suture or staple removal, rather than for evaluation or management of other postoperative issues.
Billable CPT codes for ICD code Z48.815
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z48.815 include:
- 99211
- 99212
- 99213
- 99214
- 99215
- 11042
- 11043
- 11044
- 97597
- 97598
- 97602
- 29580
- 29581
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