Z86.006
Billable

Personal history of melanoma in-situ

Billable / Specific Code

What is Personal history of melanoma in-situ?

ICD-10-CM Z86.006 is the diagnosis code for Personal history of melanoma in-situ. This code falls under the section "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z86.006

✅ This Code Includes

  • Conditions classifiable to D03

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in Z86.006. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • sites other than skin - code to personal history of in-situ neoplasm of the site

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z86.006 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z86.006 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z86.006 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z86.006 mean?

Z86.006 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Personal history of melanoma in-situ". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z86.006?

The parent code of Z86.006 is Z86.00 ("Personal history of in-situ neoplasm"). Z86.006 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z86.006 in?

Z86.006 is located in Section Z77-Z99 — "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use Z86.006?

Use Z86.006 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Personal history of melanoma in-situ" 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 Personal history of melanoma in-situ?

The ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of melanoma in-situ is Z86.006.

Can Z86.006 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z86.006 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z86.006 in?

Z86.006 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z86.006 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z86.006 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
Z86.006
Personal history of melanoma in-situ
Billable / Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z77-Z99 — Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
2026 ICD-10-CM