Z03.6
BillableEncounter for observation for suspected toxic effect from ingested substance ruled out
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A medical observation visit to rule out poisoning or toxic effects from a substance that was swallowed, where the suspected condition is determined not to be present.
Coding Tips
- •Use only when observation/monitoring was performed and toxicity was ruled out
- •Document what substance was suspected and what testing/observation was done
Code Hierarchy
└Z03Encounter for medical observation for suspected diseases and conditions ruled out└Z03.6Encounter for observation for suspected toxic effect from ingested substance ruled out
└Z03.6Encounter for observation for suspected toxic effect from ingested substance ruled out