Personal history of retained foreign body fully removed

This code indicates a patient's past medical history of having a foreign body that was once present in their body but has since been completely extracted. It signifies that the foreign body is no longer present and the patient is not currently experiencing any related issues.

Use this code when documenting a patient's historical record of a foreign body that required removal, such as a surgical sponge, needle, or other object. This is appropriate for follow-up visits or when reviewing a patient's comprehensive medical history where the retained foreign body is no longer an active problem.

• Only use this code if the foreign body has been fully and successfully removed.
• Do not use this code if the foreign body is still present; instead, use a code for a current retained foreign body.
• This code is for personal history and should not be used as a primary diagnosis for an active problem.