2025 ICD-10-CM code Z95.2
Presence of prosthetic heart valve.
This code is used to indicate a past procedure that influences the patient's current health status.
The physician documents the presence of the prosthetic heart valve.
In simple words: This code indicates the presence of an artificial heart valve.
Presence of prosthetic heart valve.
Example 1: A patient with a history of mitral valve stenosis underwent mitral valve replacement with a prosthetic valve six months ago and presents for a routine follow-up appointment., A patient with a prosthetic aortic valve is admitted to the hospital for pneumonia., A patient with a history of endocarditis and subsequent prosthetic valve replacement now presents with fever.
Documentation supporting the presence of a prosthetic heart valve, such as operative notes or imaging reports.
** This code is not to be used for a patient awaiting heart valve replacement surgery.Other Z codes may be more appropriate, such as those for follow-up or aftercare related to a previous heart valve surgery if that is the reason for the encounter. Always ensure the reason for the encounter is documented clearly.Z95.2 is a valid billable code as of 2024-11-30.
- Specialties:Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Off Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Office, Ambulatory Surgical Center, Other Place of Service