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Z62.1

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Parental overprotection

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A child or adolescent is experiencing overprotective parenting that may limit their independence, social development, or ability to develop coping skills.

Coding Tips

  • •Document how overprotection is affecting the child's development, independence, or mental health
  • •This code is useful for identifying patients who may benefit from family counseling or parenting education

Code Hierarchy

└Z62Problems related to upbringing└Z62.1Parental overprotection
└Z62.1Parental overprotection

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