To assist organizations in the collection of SDOH ICD-10-CM Z codes specific to persons with potential health hazards related to socioeconomic and psychosocial circumstances, Superior Health Quality Alliance developed an ICD-10-CM Z code guide. The guide supports the consistent collection of Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) by using standardized diagnosis codes, while building a database of community-specific needs. The guide also offers resources to connect patients with community and health care related supports – helping to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department utilization).
This Back to Basics series: Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) ICD-10-CM Z Codes and Documentation discusses:
- Who can document ICD-10-CM Z codes.
- The importance of capturing Social Drivers (determinants) of Health (SDOH) in the patient's Medical Record, including Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
- Identifying which ICD-10-CM Z codes are eligible for third-party billing.
- Connecting patients with additional support when gaps are identified in socioeconomic and psychosocial areas.
Intended Audience
QIN-QIO
HQIC
Health Care Providers
Provided by
Superior Health Quality Alliance
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Last Updated:
July 25, 2024