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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for breast implant removal

Z45.81

Encounter for adjustment or removal of breast implant

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Removal (from) (of) › breast implant”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding breast implant removal

The ICD-10-CM code for breast implant removal is Z45.81 (Encounter for adjustment or removal of breast implant).

Within Z45.8 (encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices), Z45.81 is specifically for encounter for adjustment or removal of breast implant. Related codes cover or removal of myringotomy device (stent) (tube) (Z45.82) and and management of other implanted devices (Z45.89).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: Z45.811 (implant), Z45.812 (implant) and Z45.819 (implant).

Don't report Z45.81 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: complications of breast implant (T85.4-), encounter for initial breast implant insertion for cosmetic breast augmentation (Z41.1) and encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy (Z42.1).

Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for Z45.81)

  • complications of breast implant (T85.4-)
  • encounter for initial breast implant insertion for cosmetic breast augmentation (Z41.1)
  • encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy (Z42.1)

Common questions about breast implant removal ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for breast implant removal?

Z45.81 — Encounter for adjustment or removal of breast implant (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is Z45.81 billable?

No. Z45.81 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.