Z31.42 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Aftercare following sterilization reversal for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z31.42 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z30-Z39 Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction
- Z31 Encounter for procreative management
- Z31.4 Encounter for procreative investigation and testing
- Z31.6 Encounter for general counseling and advice on procreation
- Z31.8 Encounter for other procreative management
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z31.42 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about Z31.42 ICD 10 code
Tubal ligation (getting your "tubes tied") is a type of surgery. It prevents a woman from getting pregnant. It is a permanent form of birth control, and is effective right away.
The surgery cuts, ties, or seals the fallopian tubes. This blocks the path between the ovaries and the uterus. The sperm cannot reach the egg to fertilize it, and the egg cannot reach the uterus. You get the surgery in a hospital or outpatient surgical center. It usually takes about 30 minutes. Almost all women go home the same day. They can return to most normal activities within a few days.
Tubal ligation can sometimes be reversed. The reversal is major surgery, and does not always work.
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