Z87.7
Non-Billable

Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations?

ICD-10-CM Z87.7 is the diagnosis code for Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations. 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z87.7

✅ This Code Includes

  • Conditions classifiable to Q00-Q89 that have been repaired or corrected

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

The following conditions are not included in Z87.7. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • congenital malformations that have been partially corrected or repaired but which still require medical treatment - code to condition
  • other postprocedural states (Z98.-)
  • personal history of medical treatment (Z92.-)
  • presence of cardiac and vascular implants and grafts (Z95.-)
  • presence of other devices (Z97.-)
  • presence of other functional implants (Z96.-)
  • transplanted organ and tissue status (Z94.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z87.7 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 7 entries
Z87.71Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of genitourinary systemNon-BillableZ87.710Personal history of (corrected) hypospadiasBillableZ87.718Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of genitourinary systemBillableZ87.72Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of nervous system and sense organsNon-BillableZ87.720Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of eyeBillableZ87.721Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of earBillableZ87.728Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of nervous system and sense organsBillableZ87.73Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of digestive systemNon-BillableZ87.730Personal history of (corrected) cleft lip and palateBillableZ87.731Personal history of (corrected) tracheoesophageal fistula or atresiaBillableZ87.732Personal history of (corrected) persistent cloaca or cloacal malformationsBillableZ87.738Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of digestive systemBillableZ87.74Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory systemBillableZ87.75Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of respiratory systemBillableZ87.76Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of integument, limbs and musculoskeletal systemNon-BillableZ87.760Personal history of (corrected) congenital diaphragmatic hernia or other congenital diaphragm malformationsBillableZ87.761Personal history of (corrected) gastroschisisBillableZ87.762Personal history of (corrected) prune belly malformationBillableZ87.763Personal history of other (corrected) congenital abdominal wall malformationsBillableZ87.768Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of integument, limbs and musculoskeletal systemBillableZ87.79Personal history of other (corrected) congenital malformationsNon-BillableZ87.790Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of face and neckBillableZ87.798Personal history of other (corrected) congenital malformationsBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z87.7 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, Z87.7 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does Z87.7 mean?

Z87.7 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z87.7?

The parent code of Z87.7 is Z87 ("Personal history of other diseases and conditions"). Z87.7 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z87.7 in?

Z87.7 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 Z87.7?

Z87.7 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Z87.71, Z87.72, Z87.73, Z87.74, Z87.75 and more.

When should I use Z87.7?

Use Z87.7 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations" 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 (corrected) congenital malformations?

The ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations is Z87.7.

Can Z87.7 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, Z87.7 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is Z87.7 in?

Z87.7 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z87.7 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z87.7 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
Z87.7
Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations
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