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Z18.01

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Retained depleted uranium fragments

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

What This Code Means

A status code indicating that depleted uranium fragments remain in the body from a previous injury or exposure.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is used to document the presence of retained radioactive material for ongoing monitoring
  • •Coordinate with radiology and occupational health for appropriate follow-up and surveillance

Code Hierarchy

└Z18Retained foreign body fragments└Z18.0Retained radioactive fragments└Z18.01Retained depleted uranium fragments
└Z18.01Retained depleted uranium fragments

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