Z96.698
BillablePresence of other orthopedic joint implants
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A patient has orthopedic joint implants other than those specifically coded elsewhere, such as replacements in joints not covered by more specific codes.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code for joint implants that do not fit into more specific Z96.6x categories
- •Document the specific joint(s) affected in the medical record for clarity and future reference
Code Hierarchy
└Z96Presence of other functional implants└Z96.6Presence of orthopedic joint implants└Z96.69Presence of other orthopedic joint implants└Z96.698Presence of other orthopedic joint implants
└Z96.698Presence of other orthopedic joint implants