ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z89.2
Acquired absence of upper limb above wrist
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z89.2
Acquired absence of arm NOS
Disarticulation at elbow
Acquired absence of shoulder joint following explantation of shoulder joint prosthesis, with or without presence of antibiotic-impregnated cement spacer
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z89.2 (Acquired absence of upper limb above wrist)
ICD-10-CM code Z89.2 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 Z89.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z89.2 - Acquired absence of upper limb above wrist. 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 Acquired absence of upper limb above wrist.