Z77.111
BillableContact with and (suspected) exposure to water pollution
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A person has been exposed to or is suspected of being exposed to water pollution, including contaminated drinking water, recreational water, or industrial water sources.
Coding Tips
- •Document the source of water exposure (drinking water, swimming, occupational) when available to provide complete clinical context.
- •Use alongside codes for any resulting conditions such as gastrointestinal illness or skin conditions if applicable.
Code Hierarchy
└Z77Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health└Z77.1Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental pollution and hazards in the physical environment└Z77.11Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental pollution└Z77.111Contact with and (suspected) exposure to water pollution
└Z77.111Contact with and (suspected) exposure to water pollution