Asked by Jeneffer Arias on Jul 11, 2024
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What is the correct code for a patient who is a kidney donor?
A) Z52.3
B) Z52.4
C) Z52.5
D) Z52.6
Kidney Donor
An individual who donates one of their kidneys to another person with renal failure needing a transplant.
- Identify the criteria for coding donor status and understand the implications for kidney donors.
Verified Answer
IR
Ivette RoldanJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
According to ICD-10-CM, the code Z52.4 is used for a patient who is a donor of a kidney.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the criteria for coding donor status and understand the implications for kidney donors.