Z89.52
Non-billableAcquired absence of knee
Acquired absence of knee
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Acquired absence of knee joint following explantation of knee joint prosthesis, with or without presence of antibiotic-impregnated cement spacer
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- amputation status
- postprocedural loss of limb
- post-traumatic loss of limb
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any follow-up examination (Z08-Z09)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for acquired absence of knee?
The ICD-10-CM code for acquired absence of knee is Z89.52. The full clinical description is "Acquired absence of knee". Z89.52 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Z89.52 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Z89.52 represents "Acquired absence of knee". It is classified under Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z89.52 a billable code?
No, Z89.52 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 Z89.52.
What chapter is Z89.52 in?
Z89.52 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z89.52?
Z89.52 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: acquired deformities of limbs (M20-M21); congenital absence of limbs (Q71-Q73).
What are the subcategories under Z89.52?
Z89.52 has 3 child codes, including: Z89.521 (Acquired absence of right knee), Z89.522 (Acquired absence of left knee), Z89.529 (Acquired absence of unspecified knee).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z89.52?
Z89.52 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C3264140, C3264139. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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