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Is the Z09 Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm. Correct for a hospital follow up with PCP?
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Marcie
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Marcie
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I would not list dx Z09 as the first dx on insurance claim. The dx code Z09 is NOT a first listed diagnosis code. You can check you ICD10 manual year 2017 for this fact ...a page listed in the back of manual. I would list the dx problem then followed by Z codes.
What if the issue isn't resolved and provider called pt to find out how he was doing since being in the ER on the previous night?Z09 is for use with any follow up encounter. As long as the issue has resolved and no longer requires treatment
If the issue isn't resolved, you would simply use the diagnosis for the problem. Z09 is specifically for resolved problems after treatment is completed.What if the issue isn't resolved and provider called pt to find out how he was doing since being in the ER on the previous night?