ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for attention to gastrostomy
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Gastrostomy › attention to”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding attention to gastrostomy
The ICD-10-CM code for attention to gastrostomy is Z43.1 (Encounter for attention to gastrostomy).
Within Z43 (encounter for attention to artificial openings), Z43.1 is specifically for encounter for attention to gastrostomy. Related codes cover tracheostomy (Z43.0), ileostomy (Z43.2), colostomy (Z43.3), other artificial openings of digestive tract (Z43.4), cystostomy (Z43.5), other artificial openings of urinary tract (Z43.6), artificial vagina (Z43.7), other artificial openings (Z43.8) and 1 more.
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of Z43.1, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: artificial opening status only, without need for care (Z93.-).
As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.
Common questions about attention to gastrostomy ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for attention to gastrostomy?
- Z43.1 — Encounter for attention to gastrostomy.
Is Z43.1 billable?
- Yes. Z43.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z43.1 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict Z43.1 as a principal diagnosis.
Is Z43.1 a CC or MCC?
- Z43.1 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.