ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z77.018
Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous metals
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z77.018
Inclusion Terms
- Contact with and (suspected) exposure to chromium compounds
- Contact with and (suspected) exposure to nickel dust
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z77.018 (Contact with and)
ICD-10-CM code Z77.018 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 Z77.018 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z77.018 - Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous metals. 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 Contact with and.