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ICD-10 Coding for Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance(Z01.818)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

PRE Surgical ClearancePrehab Surgical Clearance

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance

Z01.810-Z01.818Primary Range

Encounter for preprocedural examinations

These codes are used for documenting preoperative clearance exams, including those for progressive resistive exercise readiness.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for pre-surgical clearance with PRE

Essential facts and insights about Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance

The ICD-10 code Z01.818 is used for pre-surgical clearance involving progressive resistive exercise, ensuring documentation links to specific surgery and PRE protocols.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for progressive resistive exercise surgical clearance

Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Patient requires pre-op clearance for surgery involving PRE.

Applicable To

  • General pre-op clearance for non-cardiorespiratory systems

Excludes

  • Routine health check-up (Z00.00)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Documentation of specific pre-op clearance for surgery involving PRE
  • Baseline strength metrics

Code-Specific Risks

  • Failure to document specific PRE requirements can lead to claim denials.

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation links the pre-op exam to the surgery and any PRE components.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Lack of exercise

Z72.3
Use to document the need for PRE as part of prehab for deconditioned patients.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

Z01.810
Use Z01.810 when the clearance specifically involves cardiovascular evaluation.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code Z01.818.

Impact

Clinical: Lack of clarity on patient's readiness for surgery., Regulatory: Potential non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Risk of claim denials.

Mitigation Strategy

Use specific language linking clearance to surgery and PRE., Include detailed PRE protocol.

Impact

Reimbursement: Claim denials due to lack of specificity., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate medical records.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure documentation specifies the surgery and PRE components.

Impact

Inadequate linkage between clearance and surgery.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure all documentation explicitly links clearance to surgery and PRE.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Progressive Resistive Exercise Surgical Clearance. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Orthopedic Pre-Op Note for PRE

Specialty: Orthopedics

Required Elements

  • Pre-op diagnosis
  • PRE protocol
  • Clearance statement

Example Documentation

**Pre-Op Diagnosis**: M17.11 Rt knee OA **PRE Protocol**: Leg press, step-ups, SLR **Clearance Statement**: Patient demonstrates safe progression to 60% 1RM.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient cleared for surgery.
Good Documentation Example
Patient cleared for ACL reconstruction with PRE protocol including leg press at 50% 1RM.
Explanation
The good example specifies the surgery and PRE requirements, ensuring clear documentation.

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