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17 Ιαν 2018 · If the primary purpose of the encounter is a pre-operative visit, the Z code should be listed first and the condition requiring surgery second. Some pre-operative services are simply not covered by payers.
- Z Codes
Some payers prefer that you report the condition of the...
- Z Codes
6 Δεκ 2018 · • Z01.818, “Encounter for other preprocedural examination.” Most pre-op exams will be coded with Z01.818. The ICD-10 instructions say to use the preprocedural diagnosis code first, and...
2 Ιαν 2018 · Some payers prefer that you report the condition of the patient scheduled for surgery as the primary code, with Z01.818 Encounter for other preprocedural examination as secondary. Check payer policies for pre-op billing guidelines.
Z01.818 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Z01.818 became effective on October 1, 2024. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of Z01.818 - other international versions of ICD-10 Z01.818 may differ. Applicable To.
Enhanced Diagnostic Accuracy: The Z01.818 DX code is instrumental in providing precise diagnostic details. This level of specificity aids healthcare professionals in identifying patient encounters for examinations, other than those related to suspected health problems.
5 Σεπ 2024 · Designate the Z01.81 code as the primary diagnosis, highlighting the preoperative examination. Subsequently, designate the reason for the planned surgery as the secondary diagnosis. Additionally, include any other relevant diagnoses identified during the pre-op evaluation to ensure comprehensive documentation. 3.
Z01.818 – Encounter for OTHER pre-procedural exam (PRIMARY DIAGNOSIS) Abnormal EEG – Reason for MRI; Autism – Reason for the pre-procedural examination; ICD-10-CM guidelines specify that these diagnosis, in this order, is how you are to report a pre-procedural examination.
