Z18.3
Non-billableRetained organic fragments
Retained organic fragments
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- embedded fragment (status)
- embedded splinter (status)
- retained foreign body status
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- artificial joint prosthesis status (Z96.6-)
- foreign body accidentally left during a procedure (T81.5-)
- foreign body entering through orifice (T15-T19)
- in situ cardiac device (Z95.-)
- organ or tissue replaced by means other than transplant (Z96.-, Z97.-)
- organ or tissue replaced by transplant (Z94.-)
- personal history of retained foreign body fully removed Z87.821
- superficial foreign body (non-embedded splinter) - code to superficial foreign body, by site
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z18.3?
ICD-10-CM code Z18.3 represents "Retained organic fragments". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z18.3 a billable code?
No, Z18.3 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under Z18.3.
What chapter is Z18.3 in?
Z18.3 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z18.3?
Z18.3 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: artificial joint prosthesis status (Z96.6-); foreign body accidentally left during a procedure (T81.5-); foreign body entering through orifice (T15-T19); and 5 more.
What are the subcategories under Z18.3?
Z18.3 has 4 child codes, including: Z18.31 (Retained animal quills or spines), Z18.32 (Retained tooth), Z18.33 (Retained wood fragments), Z18.39 (Other retained organic fragments).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z18.3?
Z18.3 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2921334. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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