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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Contact with Hepatitis B (Brother Exposure)(Z20.5)

ICD-10 Coding for Contact with Hepatitis B (Brother Exposure)(Z20.5)

Z20.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for contact with hepatitis b (brother exposure)(z20.5) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Exposure to Hepatitis B from Brother
Household Contact with Hepatitis B
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Contact with Hepatitis B (Brother Exposure)(Z20.5)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Contact with Hepatitis B (Brother Exposure)(Z20.5)

Use ICD-10 code Z20.5 for contact with and (suspected) exposure to viral hepatitis b, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Contact with and (suspected) exposure to viral hepatitis B

Billable Code
Z20.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed exposure to hepatitis B from a household member
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of exposure circumstances and confirmation of the brother's hepatitis B status

Applicable To

  • • Exposure to hepatitis B

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the relationship and exposure details to justify the use of Z20.5.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z11.59

Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

Use if screening tests are ordered due to exposure.

Z71.89

Other specified counseling

Use for preventive education and counseling related to exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for contact with hepatitis B from a brother?

The ICD-10 code for contact with hepatitis B from a brother is Z20.5, which covers exposure to viral hepatitis B.

How should exposure to hepatitis B be documented?

Document the confirmed hepatitis B status of the contact, details of exposure, and any ordered tests or counseling.

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