Z71.6 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Tobacco abuse counseling for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Use additional:
- code for nicotine dependence (F17.-)
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z71.6 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z69-Z76 Persons encountering health services in other circumstances
- Z71 Persons encountering health services for other counseling and medical advice, not elsewhere classified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z71.6 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about Z71.6 ICD 10 code
Many people who chew tobacco or dip snuff think it's safer than smoking. But you don't have to smoke tobacco for it to be dangerous. Chewing or dipping carries risks like:
- Cancer of the mouth
- Decay of exposed tooth roots
- Pulling away of the gums from the teeth
- White patches or red sores in the mouth that can turn to cancer
Recent research shows the dangers of smokeless tobacco may go beyond the mouth. It might also play a role in other cancers, heart disease and stroke.
Smokeless tobacco contains more nicotine than cigarettes. Nicotine is a highly addictive drug that makes it hard to stop using tobacco once you start. Having a quit date and a quitting plan can help you stop successfully.
NIH: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
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