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ICD-10-CM Code for Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unspecified external prosthetic device Z44.9

ICD-10 code Z44.9 for Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unspecified external prosthetic device is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .

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Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unspecified external prosthetic device

Z44

Includes: removal or replacement of external prosthetic device

Excludes1: malfunction or other complications of device - see Alphabetical Index
presence of prosthetic device (Z97.-)

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