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ICD-10 Coding for History of Kidney Stones(Z87.442, N13.2, N20.0)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for a history of kidney stones with code Z87.442. Understand documentation requirements and common pitfalls.

Also known as:
History of Renal CalculiPast Kidney StonesResolved Nephrolithiasis
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to History of Kidney Stones

Z00-Z99Primary Range

Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

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Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Personal history of urinary calculi
Z87.442Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Calculus of kidneyN20.0
Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstructionN13.2

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting History of Kidney Stones.

Vague documentation of stone history

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate patient history, Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation

Use specific language in documentation, Include supporting evidence

Using Z87.442 for active stones

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records and data reporting.

Mitigation

Use N20.0 for active stones and Z87.442 for resolved history.

Incorrect use of history codes

Impact

Using Z87.442 for active conditions.

Mitigation

Educate staff on proper code usage and documentation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with Z87.442.