ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z48.816
Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z48.816
encounter for aftercare following sterilization reversal (Z31.42)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z48.816 (Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system)
ICD-10-CM code Z48.816 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 Z48.816 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z48.816 - Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system. 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 surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system.