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ICD-10 CodesZ62.833

Z62.833

Group home staff-child conflict

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/12/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 Z62.833 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of group home staff-child conflict.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Z62.833 is used to indicate conflicts between staff and children in group home settings, which can significantly impact the mental and emotional health of the child. Such conflicts may arise from differences in expectations, communication barriers, or behavioral issues. These conflicts can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and potential behavioral problems in children, necessitating preventive measures and interventions. Understanding the social determinants of health, such as the child's background, family dynamics, and previous trauma, is crucial for effective management. Preventive care may include conflict resolution training for staff, regular mental health screenings for children, and family involvement in care plans. Aftercare may involve follow-up assessments to monitor the child's emotional well-being and adjustments to care strategies based on ongoing evaluations. Proper documentation of these conflicts and their resolutions is essential for continuity of care and for justifying the use of this Z code in billing and reporting.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Need for detailed documentation of the conflict and its impact on health
  • Variability in the nature of conflicts and their resolution
  • Potential overlap with other behavioral health diagnoses
  • Requirement for interdisciplinary communication among care providers

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the nature and resolution of the conflict
  • Failure to link the Z code to relevant treatment or preventive measures
  • Misuse of the code without clear evidence of conflict impacting health
  • Inconsistent coding practices across different providers

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Primary Care

Documentation Requirements

Documentation should include details of the conflict, its impact on the child's health, and any preventive measures taken.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Routine checkups where staff-child conflicts are discussed, screenings for mental health issues, and aftercare follow-ups.

Billing Considerations

Consideration of social determinants such as family history, socioeconomic status, and previous trauma.

Public Health

Documentation Requirements

Documentation should focus on population-level impacts of staff-child conflicts and trends in mental health outcomes.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Epidemiological studies assessing the prevalence of conflicts in group homes and preventive health initiatives.

Billing Considerations

Tracking health status and outcomes related to group home environments and interventions.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use Z62.833 When
  • Z codes are used to indicate factors influencing health status and should be sequenced appropriately
  • When using Z62
  • 833, it should be documented that the conflict is impacting the child's health
  • Payer requirements may vary, so it is essential to check specific guidelines for coverage of services related to this code

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use Z62.833 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related CPT Codes

96127CPT Code

Brief emotional/behavioral assessment

Clinical Scenario

Used when assessing a child in a group home for emotional issues related to staff conflicts.

Documentation Requirements

Documentation of the assessment results and any interventions planned.

Specialty Considerations

Primary care providers should ensure comprehensive assessments are linked to Z62.833.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of social determinants and factors influencing health, such as conflicts in group home settings, which were less clearly defined in ICD-9.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of social determinants and factors influencing health, such as conflicts in group home settings, which were less clearly defined in ICD-9.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

impact on health, and any preventive or aftercare measures taken. Ensure that all relevant assessments and interventions are documented to support claims.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    Preventive Guidelines for Mental Health in Group Homes

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    Preventive Guidelines for Mental Health in Group Homes

Frequently Asked Questions

When should Z62.833 be used?

Z62.833 should be used when there is documented evidence of conflict between staff and a child in a group home that impacts the child's health status. It is essential to link this code to relevant assessments and interventions.