Disappearance and death of family member
ICD-10 Z63.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of disappearance and death of family member.
Z63.4 is used to indicate the impact of the disappearance or death of a family member on an individual's health status. This code captures the psychosocial stressors that can arise from such events, which may lead to mental health issues, increased healthcare utilization, and a need for preventive care and screening. The loss of a family member can significantly affect an individual's emotional well-being, leading to conditions such as depression or anxiety. Social determinants of health, including support systems, socioeconomic status, and access to healthcare, play a crucial role in how individuals cope with such losses. Preventive care may include mental health screenings and counseling services, while aftercare may involve ongoing support and follow-up for mental health conditions that arise from grief. Proper documentation of the circumstances surrounding the loss, the individual's emotional response, and any subsequent healthcare needs is essential for accurate coding and care planning.
Documentation should include details of the family member's disappearance or death, the patient's emotional response, and any referrals to mental health services.
Routine checkups where the patient discusses grief, screenings for depression or anxiety, and aftercare follow-ups for mental health support.
Consideration of social support systems and the patient's coping strategies.
Documentation should focus on population-level impacts of family loss, including mental health trends and community support resources.
Epidemiological studies on the effects of family loss on community health, preventive health initiatives targeting grief support.
Tracking health outcomes related to family loss and developing community resources.
Used during a visit where the patient discusses grief and loss, necessitating a mental health assessment.
Document the assessment results and any referrals made.
Primary care providers should be aware of mental health resources available for referrals.
Z63.4 should be used when a patient presents with health issues related to the disappearance or death of a family member, particularly when these issues impact their mental health and require preventive care or aftercare.
