ICD-10 Guide

Z62.815

Personal history of intimate partner abuse in childhood

BILLABLE STATUSYes

IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015

LAST UPDATED09/12/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 Z62.815 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of personal history of intimate partner abuse in childhood.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Z62.815 indicates a personal history of intimate partner abuse experienced during childhood. This code is crucial for understanding the long-term health implications of early exposure to violence, which can lead to various physical and mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and chronic diseases. The social determinants of health, such as socioeconomic status, education, and community safety, significantly influence the health outcomes of individuals with this history. Preventive care strategies may include mental health screenings, trauma-informed care approaches, and referrals to support services. Screening for adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is essential in primary care settings to identify individuals at risk and provide appropriate interventions. Aftercare may involve ongoing mental health support and monitoring for chronic conditions that may arise due to past trauma. Accurate coding of Z62.815 helps healthcare providers recognize the need for tailored care and resources for affected individuals.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

Requires thorough documentation of patient history and experiences.
Involves understanding the implications of childhood trauma on health.
May necessitate interdisciplinary collaboration for comprehensive care.
Potential for misinterpretation of the code without proper context.

Audit Risk Factors

Inadequate documentation of the history of abuse.
Failure to link the code to relevant health conditions.
Misuse of the code without proper clinical context.
Inconsistent coding practices across providers.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Primary Care

Documentation Requirements

Documentation should include a detailed history of abuse, mental health assessments, and any referrals made for counseling or support services.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Routine checkups where mental health screenings are conducted, follow-ups for anxiety or depression, and referrals to mental health specialists.

Billing Considerations

Consideration of social determinants such as housing stability, access to mental health resources, and community support systems.

Public Health

Documentation Requirements

Documentation should focus on population-level data, including prevalence rates of intimate partner abuse and its health impacts.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Epidemiological studies, community health assessments, and preventive health initiatives targeting at-risk populations.

Billing Considerations

Emphasis on tracking health outcomes related to childhood abuse and developing community resources to address these issues.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use Z62.815 When

Z codes are used to indicate factors influencing health status and contact with health services
815 should be used when there is a documented history of intimate partner abuse in childhood, particularly when it impacts current health status or treatment
It is important to sequence this code appropriately, often as a secondary diagnosis, following any primary diagnosis related to the patient's current health condition

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use Z62.815 When

No specific exclusions found.

Related CPT Codes

96127CPT Code

Brief emotional/behavioral assessment

Clinical Scenario

Used during mental health screenings for patients with a history of abuse.

Documentation Requirements

Documentation of the assessment results and any referrals made.

Specialty Considerations

Primary care providers should ensure they are trained in trauma-informed care.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for greater specificity in coding personal histories of abuse, enabling better tracking of health outcomes and more tailored interventions for affected individuals.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

Resources

Clinical References

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Preventive Guidelines for Childhood Trauma

Coding & Billing References

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Preventive Guidelines for Childhood Trauma

Frequently Asked Questions

When should Z62.815 be used?

Z62.815 should be used when a patient has a documented history of intimate partner abuse in childhood that impacts their current health status or treatment plan. It is important to ensure that this history is clearly documented in the patient's medical record.

ICD-10 Z62.815 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of personal history of intimate partner abuse in childhood.