Z04.71

Billable

Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse

Z04.71 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Parent
Z04.7
Edition
FY2026

Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

What this means — in plain language

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Includes

  • Suspected adult physical abuse, ruled out

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • 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.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z04.71?
Z04.71 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for examination and observation following alleged adult physical abuse". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z04.71 a billable code?
Yes — Z04.71 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from Z04.71?
Excludes1 (not coded here): 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.-).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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