Z48

Encounter for other postprocedural aftercare

Inclusion Terms

None inclusion terms specified for this code.

Code First

None code first specified for this code.

Use Additional Code

None use additional code specified for this code.

Cannot Code Together

These codes cannot be used together with the current code, even if both conditions are present.

  • • encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment (Z08-Z09)
  • • encounter for aftercare following injury - code to Injury, by site, with appropriate 7th character for subsequent encounter

Can Code Together

These codes can be used together with the current code if both conditions are documented.

  • • encounter for attention to artificial openings (Z43.-)
  • • encounter for fitting and adjustment of prosthetic and other devices (Z44-Z46)