Z77
Non-Billable

Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health?

ICD-10-CM Z77 is the diagnosis code for Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health. 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 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z77

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

The following conditions are not included in Z77. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • contact with and (suspected) exposure to communicable diseases (Z20.-)
  • exposure to (parental) (environmental) tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81)
  • newborn affected by noxious substances transmitted via placenta or breast milk (P04.-)
  • occupational exposure to risk factors (Z57.-)
  • retained foreign body (Z18.-)
  • retained foreign body fully removed (Z87.821)
  • toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source (T51-T65)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z77 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
Z77.0Contact with and (suspected) exposure to hazardous, chiefly nonmedicinal, chemicalsNon-BillableZ77.01Contact with and (suspected) exposure to hazardous metalsNon-BillableZ77.010Contact with and (suspected) exposure to arsenicBillableZ77.011Contact with and (suspected) exposure to leadBillableZ77.012Contact with and (suspected) exposure to uraniumBillableZ77.018Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous metalsBillableZ77.02Contact with and (suspected) exposure to hazardous aromatic compoundsNon-BillableZ77.020Contact with and (suspected) exposure to aromatic aminesBillableZ77.021Contact with and (suspected) exposure to benzeneBillableZ77.028Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous aromatic compoundsBillableZ77.09Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous, chiefly nonmedicinal, chemicalsNon-BillableZ77.090Contact with and (suspected) exposure to asbestosBillableZ77.098Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous, chiefly nonmedicinal, chemicalsBillableZ77.1Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental pollution and hazards in the physical environmentNon-BillableZ77.11Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental pollutionNon-BillableZ77.110Contact with and (suspected) exposure to air pollutionBillableZ77.111Contact with and (suspected) exposure to water pollutionBillableZ77.112Contact with and (suspected) exposure to soil pollutionBillableZ77.118Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other environmental pollutionBillableZ77.12Contact with and (suspected) exposure to hazards in the physical environmentNon-BillableZ77.120Contact with and (suspected) exposure to mold (toxic)BillableZ77.121Contact with and (suspected) exposure to harmful algae and algae toxinsBillableZ77.122Contact with and (suspected) exposure to noiseBillableZ77.123Contact with and (suspected) exposure to radon and other naturally occurring radiationBillableZ77.128Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazards in the physical environmentBillableZ77.2Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous substancesNon-BillableZ77.21Contact with and (suspected) exposure to potentially hazardous body fluidsBillableZ77.22Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (acute) (chronic)BillableZ77.29Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other hazardous substancesBillableZ77.3Contact with and (suspected) exposure to war theaterNon-BillableZ77.31Contact with and (suspected) exposure to Gulf War theaterBillableZ77.39Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other war theaterBillableZ77.9Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to healthBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z77 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, Z77 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does Z77 mean?

Z77 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is Z77 in?

Z77 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.

What are the sub-codes of Z77?

Z77 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Z77.0, Z77.1, Z77.2, Z77.3, Z77.9.

When should I use Z77?

Use Z77 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health" 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 Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health is Z77.

Can Z77 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, Z77 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is Z77 in?

Z77 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z77 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z77 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
Z77
Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health
Non-Billable / Non-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