Z04.72 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Encounter for examination and observation following alleged child physical abuse for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for Z04.72 ICD 10 code:

Encntr for exam and obs fol alleged child physical abuse

Type 1 excludes for Z04.72 ICD 10 code
  • confirmed case of child physical abuse (T74.-)
  • encounter for examination and observation following alleged child sexual abuse (Z04.42)
  • suspected case of child physical abuse, not ruled out (T76.-)

Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z04.72 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

Z04.72 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about Z04.72 ICD 10 code

Child abuse is doing something or failing to do something that results in harm to a child or puts a child at risk of harm. Child abuse can be physical, sexual or emotional. Neglect, or not providing for a child's needs, is also a form of abuse.

Most abused children suffer greater emotional than physical damage. An abused child may become depressed. He or she may withdraw, think of suicide or become violent. An older child may use drugs or alcohol, try to run away or abuse others.

Child abuse is a serious problem. If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call the police or your local child welfare agency.

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