Personal history of certain other diseases
ICD-10 Z86 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of personal history of certain other diseases.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code Z86 pertains to the personal history of certain other diseases. This category is designed to capture a patient's past medical history of specific conditions that may not be currently active but could influence future healthcare decisions and risk assessments. Conditions covered under this category include, but are not limited to, previous diagnoses of diseases such as tuberculosis, certain cancers, and other significant health issues that have been resolved or treated. Documenting these conditions is crucial for providing comprehensive patient care and ensuring that healthcare providers are aware of the patient's medical background, which can affect treatment choices and preventive measures.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Z86 includes a variety of conditions such as personal history of certain cancers, tuberculosis, and other significant diseases that have been resolved. It is important to refer to specific subcategories for detailed conditions.
Z86 codes should be used when documenting a patient's personal history of certain diseases that are no longer active but may impact current health status or treatment decisions.
Documentation for Z86 should include a clear record of the patient's past medical history, including dates of diagnosis, treatment received, and current status of the condition.
