Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

This code signifies a patient's visit specifically for the purpose of undergoing or planning breast reconstruction surgery after a mastectomy. It indicates that the primary reason for the encounter is related to the restorative procedure following the surgical removal of breast tissue, typically due to cancer.

Use this code when a patient presents for an initial consultation, pre-operative evaluation, or the actual surgical procedure for breast reconstruction. It is appropriate for encounters where the focus is on restoring breast appearance and form after a previous mastectomy.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis when the reconstruction is performed during the same admission as the mastectomy.
• For staged reconstructions, use this code for each subsequent encounter related to the reconstructive process.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the encounter is for reconstruction following mastectomy, not for the mastectomy itself.