Z93
Non-billableArtificial opening status
Artificial opening status
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
Z77-Z99
Child Codes
9
Coding Notes
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 (9)
Z93.0Tracheostomy status
Z93.1Gastrostomy status
Z93.2Ileostomy status
Z93.3Colostomy status
Z93.4Other artificial openings of gastrointestinal tract status
Z93.5Cystostomy status
Z93.6Other artificial openings of urinary tract status
Z93.8Other artificial opening status
Z93.9Artificial opening status, unspecified
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z93?
ICD-10-CM code Z93 represents "Artificial opening status". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z93 a billable code?
No, Z93 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 9 child codes under Z93.
What chapter is Z93 in?
Z93 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z93?
Z93 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: artificial openings requiring attention or management (Z43.-); complications of external stoma (J95.0-, K94.-, N99.5-).
What are the subcategories under Z93?
Z93 has 9 child codes, including: Z93.0 (Tracheostomy status), Z93.1 (Gastrostomy status), Z93.2 (Ileostomy status), Z93.3 (Colostomy status), and 5 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z93?
Z93 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0260691. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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