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Z48.02

Encounter for removal of sutures

Billable

Code Hierarchy

Z48Z48.0Z48.02

Chapter: 21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

Section: Z40-Z53 - Encounters for other specific health care

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

  • Encounter for removal of staples

Related Codes

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Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

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Encounter for change or removal of drains

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