ICD Code Z88.5

ICD code Z88.5 is a documented allergy to narcotic agents.

1. Documented history of allergic reaction to anesthesia

2. Patient medical record indicates prior adverse event specifically related to anesthesia administration

3. Allergy confirmed by clinical evaluation or testing

4. Allergy is significant enough to impact future anesthesia use or surgical planning

5. Allergy is not limited to mild or non-specific symptoms (e.g., requires avoidance or alternative anesthesia protocols)

6. Allergy is ongoing and relevant to current or future care decisions

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z88.5 include:

- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection)

- 90471–90474 (Immunization administration)

- 86580 (Tuberculosis, intradermal test)

- 99401–99404 (Preventive medicine counseling)

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

- 99381–99397 (Preventive medicine services, new and established patients)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and services rendered.

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