T76.01
Billable

Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected

Billable / Specific Code

What is Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected?

ICD-10-CM T76.01 is the diagnosis code for Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected. This code falls under the section "Other and unspecified effects of external causes" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for T76.01

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T76.01 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T76.01 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T76.01 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T76.01 mean?

T76.01 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T76.01?

The parent code of T76.01 is T76.0 ("Neglect or abandonment, suspected"). T76.01 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T76.01 in?

T76.01 is located in Section T66-T78 — "Other and unspecified effects of external causes" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use T76.01?

Use T76.01 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected?

The ICD-10-CM code for Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected is T76.01.

Can T76.01 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T76.01 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T76.01 in?

T76.01 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T76.01 valid for 2026?

Yes, T76.01 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
T76.01
Adult neglect or abandonment, suspected
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T66-T78 — Other and unspecified effects of external causes
2026 ICD-10-CM