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ICD-10-CM Code for Encounter for other specified aftercare Z51.89

ICD-10 code Z51.89 for Encounter for other specified aftercare 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 other specified aftercare

Z51.8

Excludes1: holiday relief care (Z75.5)

Z51

Excludes1: follow-up examination after treatment (Z08-Z09)

Code also: condition requiring care

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