Z16.2 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- Z16.20 Resistance to unspecified antibiotic
- Z16.21 Resistance to vancomycin
- Z16.22 Resistance to vancomycin related antibiotics
- Z16.23 Resistance to quinolones and fluoroquinolones
- Z16.24 Resistance to multiple antibiotics
- Z16.29 Resistance to other single specified antibiotic
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z16.2 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z16 Resistance to antimicrobial drugs
- Z16 Resistance to antimicrobial drugs
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z16.2 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting