Z59.87
BillableMaterial hardship due to limited financial resources, not elsewhere classified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A person experiences material hardship—such as lack of food, clothing, or other necessities—due to limited financial resources.
Coding Tips
- •Document specific hardships (food insecurity, inadequate clothing, lack of basic supplies) when available
- •This code captures broader material deprivation beyond housing and utilities
Excludes 2 — Not included here, may code separately
Code Hierarchy
└Z59Problems related to housing and economic circumstances└Z59.8Other problems related to housing and economic circumstances└Z59.87Material hardship due to limited financial resources, not elsewhere classified
└Z59.87Material hardship due to limited financial resources, not elsewhere classified