Z69.12
BillableEncounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A visit where someone who has perpetrated abuse against a spouse or partner receives mental health counseling or therapy for behavioral intervention.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code for the abuser/perpetrator seeking treatment; document the type of abuse if known
- •This code indicates the person is receiving services to address their abusive behavior
Code Hierarchy
└Z69Encounter for mental health services for victim and perpetrator of abuse└Z69.1Encounter for mental health services for spousal or partner abuse problems└Z69.12Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse
└Z69.12Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse