Z47
Non-billableOrthopedic aftercare
Orthopedic aftercare
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
Z40-Z53
Child Codes
4
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- aftercare for healing fracture-code to fracture with 7th character D
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- follow-up examination for medical surveillance after treatment (Z08-Z09)
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z47?
ICD-10-CM code Z47 represents "Orthopedic aftercare". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z47 a billable code?
No, Z47 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 Z47.
What chapter is Z47 in?
Z47 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z47?
Z47 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: aftercare for healing fracture-code to fracture with 7th character D.
What are the subcategories under Z47?
Z47 has 4 child codes, including: Z47.1 (Aftercare following joint replacement surgery), Z47.2 (Encounter for removal of internal fixation device), Z47.3 (Aftercare following explantation of joint prosthesis), Z47.8 (Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z47?
Z47 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0260758. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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