Z18.2
Billable codeRetained plastic fragments
The ICD-10 code for retained plastic fragments is Z18.2.
Clinical notes
Also known as
Alternate wording, synonyms, or specific conditions that fall under this code, listed to help confirm you've picked the right one.
- Acrylics fragments
- Diethylhexyl phthalates fragments
- Isocyanate fragments
Documentation support
General coding-documentation guidance — not a substitute for payer-specific requirements or professional coding judgment.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Related codes in this category
- Z18.0Retained radioactive fragmentsnon-billable header
- Z18.1Retained metal fragmentsnon-billable header
- Z18.3Retained organic fragmentsnon-billable header
- Z18.8Other specified retained foreign bodynon-billable header
- Z18.9Retained foreign body fragments, unspecified material
- Z18.2Retained plastic fragments
ICD-9-CM equivalent
Informational only — GEM mappings are approximate, not guaranteed one-to-one equivalents. Verify before use in billing.
- V902
Associated MS-DRGs
Z18.2 can serve as the principal diagnosis for these Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups.
Informational only — actual DRG assignment also depends on procedures, complications/comorbidities (CC/MCC), discharge status, and payer-specific rules not reflected here.