Z83.42
BillableFamily history of familial hypercholesterolemia
Z83.42 is the ICD-10-CM code for Family history of familial hypercholesterolemia. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all the cells in your body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones , vitamin D , and substances that help you digest foods. Your body makes all the cholesterol it needs. Cholesterol is also found in foods from animal sources, such as egg yolks, meat, and cheese. If you have too much cholesterol in your blood, it can combine…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code Z83.42?
- Z83.42 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Family history of familial hypercholesterolemia". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Is Z83.42 a billable code?
- Yes — Z83.42 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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