Z78
Non-billableOther specified health status
Other specified health status
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
Z77-Z99
Child Codes
3
Coding Notes
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any follow-up examination (Z08-Z09)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z78?
ICD-10-CM code Z78 represents "Other specified health status". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z78 a billable code?
No, Z78 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under Z78.
What chapter is Z78 in?
Z78 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What are the subcategories under Z78?
Z78 has 3 child codes, including: Z78.0 (Asymptomatic menopausal state), Z78.1 (Physical restraint status), Z78.9 (Other specified health status).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z78?
Z78 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2911172. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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