Question 1

Is Z69 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, Z69 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code Z69 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code Z69 represents Encounter for mental health services for victim and perpetrator of abuse. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code Z69?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for Z69 is section:Z69-Z76 (Persons encountering health services in other circumstances (Z69-Z76)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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