Z74.8 – Other problems related to care provider dependency

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons encountering health services in other circumstances

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code Z74.8

Code: Z74.8 (claims format: Z748)
Description: Other problems related to care provider dependency
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: Z69-Z76 Persons encountering health services in other circumstances
Parent codes: Z74

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

Z74 – Problems related to care provider dependency

Excludes2 (not included here):

dependence on enabling machines or devices NEC (Z99.-)

Index terms for Z74.8

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

Related codes in Z74

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z74.8?

Z74.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other problems related to care provider dependency, in the block Z69-Z76 (Persons encountering health services in other circumstances).

Is Z74.8 a billable code?

Yes. Z74.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does Z74.8 belong to?

It belongs to category Z74 – Problems related to care provider dependency.

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.