Z44.2
Non-billableEncounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye
Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye
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)
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 Z44.2?
ICD-10-CM code Z44.2 represents "Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z44.2 a billable code?
No, Z44.2 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 Z44.2.
What chapter is Z44.2 in?
Z44.2 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z44.2?
Z44.2 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.-); mechanical complication of ocular prosthesis (T85.3).
What are the subcategories under Z44.2?
Z44.2 has 3 child codes, including: Z44.20 (Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye, unsp), Z44.21 (Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial right eye), Z44.22 (Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial left eye).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z44.2?
Z44.2 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2910850. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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