ICD-10-CM Z03.821: Encounter for observation for suspected ingested foreign body ruled out

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Z03.821

Encounter for observation for suspected ingested foreign body ruled out

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About ICD-10-CM Code Z03.821 (Encounter for observation for suspected ingested foreign body ruled out)

ICD-10-CM code Z03.821 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Z03.821 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Z03.821 - Encounter for observation for suspected ingested foreign body ruled out. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Encounter for observation for suspected ingested foreign body ruled out.