ICD Code Z96.642

ICD code Z96.642 is the presence of a left artificial hip joint.

1. Patient has a documented history of prior left knee joint replacement surgery

2. The left knee prosthesis is currently in place

3. The encounter involves care, assessment, or follow-up related to the presence of the left knee joint prosthesis

4. There are no current complications, infections, or mechanical issues with the prosthesis

5. The reason for the visit is not for an acute problem with the prosthesis, but rather for routine care, evaluation, or documentation of its presence

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z96.642 include:

- 27130 (Total hip arthroplasty)

- 27132 (Conversion of previous hip surgery to total hip arthroplasty)

- 27134 (Revision of total hip arthroplasty; both acetabular and femoral components)

- 27137 (Revision of total hip arthroplasty; acetabular component only)

- 27138 (Revision of total hip arthroplasty; femoral component only)

- 73502–73523 (Radiologic examination, hip, various views)

- 20610 (Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection; major joint or bursa)

These codes are commonly associated with ICD code Z96.642.

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