According tothis presentation, providers shouldn’t use aftercare Z codes for aftercare of injuries or fractures when seventh characters are necessary to identify subsequent care. However, if you’re providing surgical aftercare, Z-codes are perfectly appropriate. For example, you could use Z51.89, ...
Aftercare Pathologic fractures are reported using subcategory 733.1, when the fracture is newly diagnosed. Subcategory 733.1 may be used while the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture. Examples of active treatment are: surgical treatment, emergency department encounter, evaluation and ...
may be used as an additional code when some type of aftercare is provided in addition to the reason for admission and no diagnosis code is applicable. The aftercare V category/codes: V54 Other orthopedic aftercare V58.3 Attention to surgical dressings and sutures ...