Z18.2 – Retained plastic fragments

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Retained foreign body fragments (Z18)

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code Z18.2
Code
Z18.2 (claims format: Z182)
Description
Retained plastic fragments
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Block
Z18 Retained foreign body fragments (Z18)
Parent codes
Z18

Notes for Z18.2

Applicable to:
  • Acrylics fragments
  • Diethylhexyl phthalates fragments
  • Isocyanate fragments

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Z18 – Retained foreign body fragments

Includes:
  • embedded fragment (status)
  • embedded splinter (status)
  • retained foreign body status
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • artificial joint prosthesis status (Z96.6-)
  • foreign body accidentally left during a procedure (T81.5-)
  • foreign body entering through orifice (T15-T19)
  • in situ cardiac device (Z95.-)
  • organ or tissue replaced by means other than transplant (Z96.-, Z97.-)
  • organ or tissue replaced by transplant (Z94.-)
  • personal history of retained foreign body fully removed Z87.821
  • superficial foreign body (non-embedded splinter) - code to superficial foreign body, by site

Index terms for Z18.2

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in Z18

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z18.2?

Z18.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for retained plastic fragments, in the block Z18 (Retained foreign body fragments (Z18)).

Is Z18.2 a billable code?

Yes. Z18.2 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does Z18.2 belong to?

It belongs to category Z18 – Retained foreign body fragments.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.