Z91.842 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Risk for dental caries, moderate for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z91.842 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z77-Z99 Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
- Z91 Personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
- Z91.0 Allergy status, other than to drugs and biological substances
- Z91.01 Food allergy status
- Z91.03 Insect allergy status
- Z91.04 Nonmedicinal substance allergy status
- Z91.1 Patient's noncompliance with medical treatment and regimen
- Z91.12 Patient's intentional underdosing of medication regimen
- Z91.13 Patient's unintentional underdosing of medication regimen
- Z91.4 Personal history of psychological trauma, not elsewhere classified
- Z91.41 Personal history of adult abuse
- Z91.8 Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
- Z91.84 Oral health risk factors
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z91.842 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about Z91.842 ICD 10 code
It's important to take care of your mouth and teeth starting in childhood. If you don't, you could have problems with your teeth and gums - like cavities or even tooth loss.
Here's how to keep your mouth and teeth healthy:
- Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste
- Clean between your teeth every day with floss or another type of between-the-teeth cleaner
- Snack smart - limit sugary snacks
- Don't smoke or chew tobacco
- See your dentist or oral health professional regularly
NIH: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
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