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Z91.51

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Personal history of suicidal behavior

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

What This Code Means

A patient's documented history of attempting or considering suicide in the past.

Coding Tips

  • •This code indicates past suicidal behavior; use Z91.81 or other codes for current suicidal ideation
  • •Important for risk stratification and mental health treatment planning; always document in conjunction with current mental health assessment

Code Hierarchy

└Z91Personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified└Z91.5Personal history of self-harm└Z91.51Personal history of suicidal behavior
└Z91.51Personal history of suicidal behavior

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