Z86.61
Billable

Personal history of infections of the central nervous system

Billable / Specific Code

What is Personal history of infections of the central nervous system?

ICD-10-CM Z86.61 is the diagnosis code for Personal history of infections of the central nervous system. 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

Coding Guidelines for Z86.61

✅ This Code Includes

  • Personal history of encephalitis
  • Personal history of meningitis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z86.61 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z86.61 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z86.61 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z86.61 mean?

Z86.61 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Personal history of infections of the central nervous system". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z86.61?

The parent code of Z86.61 is Z86.6 ("Personal history of diseases of the nervous system and sense organs"). Z86.61 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z86.61 in?

Z86.61 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 Z86.61?

Use Z86.61 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Personal history of infections of the central nervous system" 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 infections of the central nervous system?

The ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of infections of the central nervous system is Z86.61.

Can Z86.61 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z86.61 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z86.61 in?

Z86.61 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z86.61 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z86.61 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
Z86.61
Personal history of infections of the central nervous system
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