ICD Code Z51.5

ICD code Z51.5 is an encounter for palliative care, indicating that the patient is receiving care focused on relief from symptoms and improving quality of life rather than curative treatment.

1. Patient is receiving palliative care services.

2. Focus of care is on relief of symptoms and improving quality of life rather than curative treatment.

3. Documentation indicates management of pain, psychosocial support, or other comfort measures.

4. Patient has a serious, life-limiting illness where the goal is comfort rather than cure.

5. Care plan includes interdisciplinary team involvement for symptom management and support.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z51.5 include:

- 96401–96549 (Chemotherapy administration codes)

- 96365–96379 (Intravenous infusion and injection codes)

- 99201–99499 (Evaluation and management codes, as appropriate for visits related to treatment)

- J9000–J9999 (Chemotherapy drug codes, as applicable)

- 96450 (Intrathecal chemotherapy administration)

- 96521–96523 (Refilling and maintenance of portable pump)

Always select CPT codes based on the specific services rendered in conjunction with ICD code Z51.5.

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