Unspecified organ or tissue replaced by transplant

This code indicates that a patient has received an organ or tissue transplant, but the specific type of organ or tissue involved is not documented. It signifies the presence of a transplant without further detail regarding the anatomical site.

This code is appropriate when a patient's medical record clearly states they have undergone an organ or tissue transplant, but the specific organ (e.g., heart, kidney, liver) or tissue (e.g., bone marrow, cornea) is not specified. It is a last resort when more specific transplant codes cannot be assigned due to insufficient documentation.

• Always strive for a more specific transplant code if the documentation allows.
• Query the provider for clarification on the transplanted organ or tissue if possible.
• This code should be used sparingly, as it indicates a lack of specificity in the medical record.