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Z96.2

Non-billable

Presence of otological and audiological implants

Presence of otological and audiological implants

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

Parent Code

Z96

Child Codes

4

Coding Notes

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

  • complications of internal prosthetic devices, implants and grafts (T82-T85)
  • fitting and adjustment of prosthetic and other devices (Z44-Z46)

Code Also

A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances

  • any follow-up examination (Z08-Z09)

Child Codes (4)

Z96.20

Presence of otological and audiological implant, unspecified

BillableZ96.21

Cochlear implant status

BillableZ96.22

Myringotomy tube(s) status

BillableZ96.29

Presence of other otological and audiological implants

Billable

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

UMLS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code Z96.2?

ICD-10-CM code Z96.2 represents "Presence of otological and audiological implants". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

Is Z96.2 a billable code?

No, Z96.2 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 Z96.2.

What chapter is Z96.2 in?

Z96.2 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).

What are the subcategories under Z96.2?

Z96.2 has 4 child codes, including: Z96.20 (Presence of otological and audiological implant, unspecified), Z96.21 (Cochlear implant status), Z96.22 (Myringotomy tube(s) status), Z96.29 (Presence of other otological and audiological implants).

What are the UMLS CUIs for Z96.2?

Z96.2 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0476575. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

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