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Z63.6

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Dependent relative needing care at home

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

What This Code Means

A family member requires ongoing care at home, which creates stress or burden for the patient who is providing or involved in that care.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this when documenting caregiver burden or stress related to caring for a dependent relative
  • •Specify the relationship of the dependent relative in the clinical documentation for clarity

Code Hierarchy

└Z63Other problems related to primary support group, including family circumstances└Z63.6Dependent relative needing care at home
└Z63.6Dependent relative needing care at home

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