ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z04.71
Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z04.71
- confirmed case of adult physical abuse (T74.-)
- encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult sexual abuse (Z04.41)
- suspected case of adult physical abuse, not ruled out (T76.-)
Suspected adult physical abuse, ruled out
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z04.71 (Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse)
ICD-10-CM code Z04.71 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Z04.71 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z04.71 - Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse.