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Presence of other devices (Z97)

The Z97 ICD-10 code section records the presence of various medical devices and prosthetics in a patient, such as artificial limbs, dental prosthetics, eyewear, hearing aids, contraceptive devices, and other specified implants. These codes are used to document and track the existence of these devices during medical encounters.

This section covers a range of devices including Z97.0 for artificial eyes, also known as prosthetic eyes or artificial eyeglobes; Z97.1 and its subcategories for artificial limbs, specifying right or left arms and legs whether partial or complete; and Z97.2 for dental prosthetic devices, which relates to findings like denture-related inflammation or oral mucosal conditions. The Z97.3 code refers to spectacles and contact lenses, capturing common terms such as "wears glasses" or "uses contact lenses." Hearing aids are coded under Z97.4, while contraceptive devices like intrauterine devices (IUDs) fall under Z97.5. Any other specified devices, including respiratory tubes, orthopedic hardware, or infusion pumps, are classified in Z97.8. Knowing these specific codes simplifies coding and billing when documenting the presence of these devices in patient records.

Instructional Notations

Type 1 Excludes

A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.

  • complications of internal prosthetic devices, implants and grafts T82 T85

Type 2 Excludes

A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.

  • fitting and adjustment of prosthetic and other devices Z44 Z46
  • presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device Z98.2

Clinical Terms

The following clinical terms provide additional context, helping users better understand the clinical background and common associations for each diagnosis listed in this section. Including related terms alongside ICD-10-CM codes supports coders, billers, and healthcare professionals in improving accuracy, enhancing documentation, and facilitating research or patient education.

Anophthalmos

Congenital absence of the eye or eyes.