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Z46 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other devices


The ICD 10 Code for Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other devices is listed as Z46.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field Value
Diagnosis Code: Z46
Description: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other devices
  • Includes: removal or replacement of other device
  • Excludes1: malfunction or other complications of device -see Alphabetic Index
  • Excludes2: encounter for fitting and management of implanted devices (Z45.-)
  • issue of repeat prescription only (Z76.0)
  • presence of prosthetic and other devices (Z95-Z97)
Chapter Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of Z46:
Z46.0 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of spectacles and contact lenses
Z46.1 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of hearing aid
Z46.2 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other devices related to nervous system and special senses
Z46.3 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of dental prosthetic device
Z46.4 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of orthodontic device
Z46.5 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Z46.6 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Z46.8 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices
Z46.9 - Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unspecified device