Z53.2 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.
Short description for Z53.2 ICD 10 code:
Proc/trtmt not crd out bec pt decision for oth/unsp reason
Codes
- Z53.20 Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for unspecified reasons
- Z53.21 Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
- Z53.29 Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for other reasons
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z53.2 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z40-Z53 Encounters for other specific health care
- Z53 Persons encountering health services for specific procedures and treatment, not carried out
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z53.2 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting