Z15.8
Non-billableGenetic susceptibility to other disease
Genetic susceptibility to other disease
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- confirmed abnormal gene
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- chromosomal anomalies (Q90-Q99)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code, if applicable, for any associated family history of the disease (Z80-Z84)
Child Codes (2)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z15.8?
ICD-10-CM code Z15.8 represents "Genetic susceptibility to other disease". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z15.8 a billable code?
No, Z15.8 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under Z15.8.
What chapter is Z15.8 in?
Z15.8 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z15.8?
Z15.8 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: chromosomal anomalies (Q90-Q99).
What are the subcategories under Z15.8?
Z15.8 has 2 child codes, including: Z15.81 (Genetic susceptibility to multiple endocrine neoplasia [MEN]), Z15.89 (Genetic susceptibility to other disease).
Are additional codes required with Z15.8?
Yes, when using Z15.8 you should also code: code, if applicable, for any associated family history of the disease (Z80-Z84).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z15.8?
Z15.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C1455996. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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