Z28.83 – Immunization not carried out due to unavailability of vaccine

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code Z28.83
Code
Z28.83 (claims format: Z2883)
Description
Immunization not carried out due to unavailability of vaccine
Short description
Immunization not crd out due to unavailability of vaccine
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Block
Z20-Z29 Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases
Parent codes
Z28 › Z28.8

Notes for Z28.83

Applicable to:
  • Delay in delivery of vaccine
  • Lack of availability of vaccine
  • Manufacturer delay of vaccine

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Z28 – Immunization not carried out and underimmunization status

Includes:
  • vaccination not carried out
Code also:
  • , if applicable, encounter for immunization safety counseling (Z71.85)

Index terms for Z28.83

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in Z28.8

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z28.83?

Z28.83 is the ICD-10-CM code for immunization not carried out due to unavailability of vaccine, in the block Z20-Z29 (Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases).

Is Z28.83 a billable code?

Yes. Z28.83 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does Z28.83 belong to?

It belongs to category Z28 – Immunization not carried out and underimmunization status.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.