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Z01.811

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Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A medical examination of the lungs and breathing system performed before a scheduled surgical procedure or other medical intervention.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code for pre-operative pulmonary clearance evaluations, including spirometry or chest X-rays if performed
  • •Document any respiratory risk factors or findings that may impact the planned procedure

Code Hierarchy

└Z01Encounter for other special examination without complaint, suspected or reported diagnosis└Z01.8Encounter for other specified special examinations└Z01.81Encounter for preprocedural examinations└Z01.811Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
└Z01.811Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination

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