icd 10 code for walker dependence

What is difference between ICD9 and ICD10?

2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Non-Billable/Non-Specific Code. Applicable To. Dependence on ventilator. ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z99.3 [convert to ICD-9-CM] Dependence on wheelchair. Dependent on wheelchair; Wheelchair bound; cause of dependence, such as:; muscular dystrophy (G71.0-); obesity (E66.-);

What does Poa exempt mean for ICD 10?

Oct 01, 2021 · 2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code R26.2 Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Billable/Specific Code R26.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM R26.2 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is ICD 10 used for?

Oct 01, 2021 · Z99.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z99.3 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of Z99.3 - other international versions of ICD-10 Z99.3 may differ.

What are the new ICD 10 codes?

Oct 01, 2021 · 2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z99.8 2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z99.8 Dependence on other enabling machines and devices 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Non-Billable/Non-Specific Code Z99.8 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.

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Is Z99.3 a POA?

Z99.3 is exempt from POA reporting - The Present on Admission (POA) indicator is used for diagnosis codes included in claims involving inpatient admissions to general acute care hospitals. POA indicators must be reported to CMS on each claim to facilitate the grouping of diagnoses codes into the proper Diagnostic Related Groups (DRG). CMS publishes a listing of specific diagnosis codes that are exempt from the POA reporting requirement. Review other POA exempt codes here.

What is the tabular list of diseases and injuries?

The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10 codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more. The following references are applicable to the code Z99.3:

Coding Notes for Z99.89 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive.

ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'Z99.89 - Dependence on other enabling machines and devices'

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code Z99.89. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Codes GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code Z99.89 and a single ICD9 code, V46.9 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.

Is a walker considered medically necessary?

A walker with trunk support is considered medically necessary for members who meet medical necessity criteria for a standard walker and who have documentation in the medical record justifying the medical necessity for the special features.

Is a variable wheel resistance walker considered a DME?

A heavy-duty, multiple braking system, variable wheel resistance walker is considered medically necessary DME for members who meet medical necessity criteria for a standard walker and who are unable to use a standard walker due to a severe neurological disorder or other condition causing the restricted use of one hand. Obesity, by itself, is not considered a medically necessary indication for this walker.

What is a Mulholland walkabout?

The Mulholland Walkabout is a walker with 4 wheels and attached back brace. Aetna considers the Mulholland Walkabout medically necessary DME for children who have impaired ambulation and who lack trunk stability and balance.

What is a heavy duty walker?

A heavy-duty walker is considered medically necessary DME for members who meet medical necessity criteria for a standard walker and who weigh more than 300 pounds. A heavy-duty walker may include wheels and glide-type brakes. A wheeled walker is one with 2, 3, or 4 wheels. The wheels may be fixed or swivel.

What is a DME walker?

A heavy-duty, multiple braking system, variable wheel resistance walker is considered medically necessary D ME for members who meet medical necessity criteria for a standard walker and who are unable to use a standard walker due to a severe neurological disorder or other condition causing the restricted use of one hand.

Does Aetna cover a walker?

Consistent with Medicare policy, Aetna does not cover walkers with enclosed frames because their medical necessity compared to a standard folding wheeled walker has not been established. A walker with enclosed frame is a folding wheeled walker that has a frame that completely surrounds the member and an attached seat in the back.

Why is Aetna using a wearable gait detection system?

Aetna considers the use of a wearable freezing of gait detection system for assisting walking of individuals with Parkinson's disease experimental and investigational because of insufficient evidence in the peer-reviewed literature.