Z69.8
Non-billableEncntr for mental health serv for victim or perp of abuse
Encounter for mental health services for victim or perpetrator of other abuse
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
- counseling for victims and perpetrators of abuse
Child Codes (2)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z69.8?
ICD-10-CM code Z69.8 represents "Encounter for mental health services for victim or perpetrator of other abuse". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z69.8 a billable code?
No, Z69.8 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 Z69.8.
What chapter is Z69.8 in?
Z69.8 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What are the subcategories under Z69.8?
Z69.8 has 2 child codes, including: Z69.81 (Encounter for mental health services for victim of oth abuse), Z69.82 (Encounter for mental health services for perp of abuse).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z69.8?
Z69.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2911079. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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