Z46 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Includes for Z46 ICD 10 code
  • removal or replacement of other device

Type 1 excludes for Z46 ICD 10 code
  • malfunction or other complications of device - see Alphabetical Index

Type 2 excludes for Z46 ICD 10 code
  • encounter for fitting and management of implanted devices (Z45.-)
  • issue of repeat prescription only (Z76.0)
  • presence of prosthetic and other devices (Z95-Z97)

Codes
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z46 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

Z46 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting