T76.2
Non-Billable

Sexual abuse, suspected

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Sexual abuse, suspected?

ICD-10-CM T76.2 is the diagnosis code for Sexual abuse, 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 non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for T76.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Rape, suspected

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as T76.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • alleged abuse, ruled out (Z04.7)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T76.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 2 entries
T76.21Adult sexual abuse, suspectedBillableT76.22Child sexual abuse, suspectedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T76.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T76.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T76.2 mean?

T76.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sexual abuse, 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 T76.2?

The parent code of T76.2 is T76 ("Adult and child abuse, neglect and other maltreatment, suspected"). T76.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T76.2 in?

T76.2 is located in Section T66-T78 — "Other and unspecified effects of external causes" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of T76.2?

T76.2 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T76.21, T76.22.

When should I use T76.2?

Use T76.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sexual abuse, 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 Sexual abuse, suspected?

The ICD-10-CM code for Sexual abuse, suspected is T76.2.

Can T76.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T76.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T76.2 in?

T76.2 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from T76.2?

Type 1 Excludes for T76.2 include: alleged abuse, ruled out (Z04.7).

Is T76.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, T76.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousT76.12Child physical abuse, suspectedNext →T76.21Adult sexual abuse, suspected
Code Details
T76.2
Sexual abuse, suspected
Non-Billable / Non-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