Z44.1
Non-billableEncounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial leg
Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial leg
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
- removal or replacement of external prosthetic device
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- malfunction or other complications of device - see Alphabetical Index
- presence of prosthetic device (Z97.-)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- follow-up examination for medical surveillance after treatment (Z08-Z09)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z44.1?
ICD-10-CM code Z44.1 represents "Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial leg". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z44.1 a billable code?
No, Z44.1 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under Z44.1.
What chapter is Z44.1 in?
Z44.1 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z44.1?
Z44.1 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: malfunction or other complications of device - see Alphabetical Index; presence of prosthetic device (Z97.-).
What are the subcategories under Z44.1?
Z44.1 has 3 child codes, including: Z44.10 (Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unsp artificial leg), Z44.11 (Encounter for fit/adjst of complete artificial leg), Z44.12 (Encounter for fit/adjst of partial artificial leg).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z44.1?
Z44.1 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2910836. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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