Z69.021
BillableEncounter for mental health services for perpetrator of non-parental child abuse
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A non-parental adult is receiving mental health counseling or treatment related to their abusive behavior toward a child.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code for perpetrators of non-parental child abuse receiving mental health services
- •Document the perpetrator's relationship to the child and coordinate with appropriate authorities
Code Hierarchy
└Z69Encounter for mental health services for victim and perpetrator of abuse└Z69.0Encounter for mental health services for child abuse problems└Z69.02Encounter for mental health services for non-parental child abuse└Z69.021Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of non-parental child abuse
└Z69.021Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of non-parental child abuse