Z40-Z54: Persons encountering health services for specific procedures and health care
Z44: Fitting and adjustment of external prosthetic device
The group of conditions under the title "Fitting and adjustment of external prosthetic device" involves the process and subsequent follow-ups regarding the fitting and adjustments of external prosthetic devices. These conditions commonly occur in individuals who have lost a body part due to reasons such as trauma, disease, or congenital anomalies. Fitting a prosthetic device is a highly specialized process that must be tailored to the individual's specific physical needs, body type, and the body part that the device is replacing. Post-fitting, individuals might experience discomfort or challenges in using the prosthetic device, requiring further adjustments. The process is an essential step in improving the patient's physical function, mobility, and quality of life. It's important to note that the adjustment period can vary widely among individuals, often depending on factors such as the individual's overall health, the body part replaced, and the type of device fitted.
Subcodes of Z44:
- Z44.0: Fitting and adjustment of artificial arm (complete)(partial)
- Z44.1: Fitting and adjustment of artificial leg (complete)(partial)
- Z44.2: Fitting and adjustment of artificial eye
- Z44.3: Fitting and adjustment of external breast prosthesis
- Z44.8: Fitting and adjustment of other external prosthetic devices
- Z44.9: Fitting and adjustment of unspecified external prosthetic device
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