Z74 – Problems related to care provider dependency
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons encountering health services in other circumstances
ICD-10-CM code
Z74
- Code
Z74(claims format:Z74)- Description
- Problems related to care provider dependency
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- 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
Billable codes under Z74
Z74 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- Z74.0 – Reduced mobilityHeader (more codes below)
- Z74.1 – Need for assistance with personal careBillable
- Z74.2 – Need for assistance at home and no other household member able to render careBillable
- Z74.3 – Need for continuous supervisionBillable
- Z74.8 – Other problems related to care provider dependencyBillable
- Z74.9 – Problem related to care provider dependency, unspecifiedBillable
Notes for Z74
Excludes2 (not included here):
- dependence on enabling machines or devices NEC (Z99.-)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Z74?
Z74 is the ICD-10-CM code for problems related to care provider dependency, in the block Z69-Z76 (Persons encountering health services in other circumstances).
Is Z74 a billable code?
No. Z74 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.