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Z45.812

Billable

Encounter for adjustment or removal of left breast implant

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

What This Code Means

A patient visit to adjust, repair, or remove a breast implant on the left side.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specifically for the left breast; use Z45.811 for right breast and Z45.819 for unspecified side
  • •Document whether this is for cosmetic reasons, reconstruction, or management of complications

Code Hierarchy

└Z45Encounter for adjustment and management of implanted device└Z45.8Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices└Z45.81Encounter for adjustment or removal of breast implant└Z45.812Encounter for adjustment or removal of left breast implant
└Z45.812Encounter for adjustment or removal of left breast implant

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