Z47.2Billable
Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
- Chapter
- 21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Category
- Z47
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category Z47
Z47Orthopedic aftercareZ47.1Aftercare following joint replacement surgeryYesZ47.3Aftercare following explantation of joint prosthesisZ47.31Aftercare following explantation of shoulder jt prosthesisYesZ47.32Aftercare following explantation of hip joint prosthesisYesZ47.33Aftercare following explantation of knee joint prosthesisYesZ47.8Encounter for other orthopedic aftercareZ47.81Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical ampYesZ47.82Encounter for orth aftercare following scoliosis surgeryYesZ47.89Encounter for other orthopedic aftercareYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Z47.2?
Z47.2 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Encounter for removal of internal fixation device.
Is Z47.2 a billable code?
Yes. Z47.2 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is Z47.2 in?
Z47.2 falls under Chapter 21: Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
When did Z47.2 become effective?
Z47.2 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to Z47.2?
Z47.2 belongs to category Z47, which includes 10 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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