Z46.82
✓ BillableEncounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • malfunction or other complications of device - see Alphabetical Index
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • encounter for fitting and management of implanted devices (Z45.-)
- • issue of repeat prescription only (Z76.0)
- • presence of prosthetic and other devices (Z95-Z97)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code Z46.82 represents encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter. This code falls under the Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that Z46.82 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z46.82?
ICD-10-CM code Z46.82 is "Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter". It belongs to the category: Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99).
Is Z46.82 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, Z46.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with Z46.82?
Z46.82 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can Z46.82 be coded with other codes?
Z46.82 has 3 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in Z46.8
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)