ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z47.82
Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z47.82 (Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery)
ICD-10-CM code Z47.82 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 Z47.82 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z47.82 - Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery. 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 orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery.