Bed confinement status

This code indicates that a patient is restricted to a bed due to a medical condition, injury, or treatment. It signifies a state of immobility where the patient's primary location is a bed, often for an extended period. This confinement can be due to severe illness, post-surgical recovery, or a debilitating injury.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states the patient is bedridden or confined to bed. This is applicable for patients experiencing prolonged immobility, such as those recovering from major surgery, severe trauma, or acute exacerbations of chronic conditions requiring strict bed rest. It should be used as a secondary code to provide additional information about the patient's functional status.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis explaining the reason for bed confinement.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the patient's bedridden status, not just occasional rest.
• Do not use for patients who are merely resting in bed but are otherwise mobile.