Z03.82 Encounter for observation for suspected foreign body ruled out
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The ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for observation for suspected foreign body ruled out is Z03.82 (FY2026). It is a non-billable category code — select a more specific code below for claims.
Classification
- Section
- Z00-Z13: Persons encountering health services for examinations (Z00-Z13)
- Category Z03
- 19 codes (14 billable)
- FY2026 Status
- Stable since FY2024
Official Coding Guidelines
Used with any code in range A00.0-T88.9, Z00-Z991) Used with any code in the range of A00.0-T88.9, Z00-Z99 An external cause code may be used with any code in the range of A00.0-T88.9, Z00-Z99, classification that represents a health condition due to an external cause. Though they are most applicable to injuries, they are also valid for use with such things as infections or diseases due to an external source, and other health conditions, such as a heart attack that occurs during strenuous physical activity.
Additional codes with observation code (fragment)observation code, but only if they are unrelated to the suspected condition being observed.
Source: CMS — ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY2026
References
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