ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z49.0
Preparatory care for renal dialysis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z49.0
Inclusion Terms
Encounter for dialysis instruction and training
Inclusion Terms
- Removal or replacement of renal dialysis catheter
- Toilet or cleansing of renal dialysis catheter
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z49.0 (Preparatory care for renal dialysis)
ICD-10-CM code Z49.0 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 Z49.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z49.0 - Preparatory care for renal dialysis. 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 Preparatory care for renal dialysis.