Z90.0
Non-billableAcquired absence of part of head and neck
Acquired absence of part of head and neck
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
- postprocedural or post-traumatic loss of body part NEC
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- congenital absence - see Alphabetical Index
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- postprocedural absence of endocrine glands (E89.-)
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 ICD-10 code Z90.0?
ICD-10-CM code Z90.0 represents "Acquired absence of part of head and neck". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z90.0 a billable code?
No, Z90.0 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 Z90.0.
What chapter is Z90.0 in?
Z90.0 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z90.0?
Z90.0 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: congenital absence - see Alphabetical Index.
What are the subcategories under Z90.0?
Z90.0 has 3 child codes, including: Z90.01 (Acquired absence of eye), Z90.02 (Acquired absence of larynx), Z90.09 (Acquired absence of other part of head and neck).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z90.0?
Z90.0 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0476701. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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