Z87.8
Non-Billable

Personal history of other specified conditions

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Personal history of other specified conditions?

ICD-10-CM Z87.8 is the diagnosis code for Personal history of other specified conditions. 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 Z87.8

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

The following conditions are not included in Z87.8. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • personal history of self harm (Z91.5-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z87.8 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
Z87.81Personal history of (healed) traumatic fractureBillableZ87.82Personal history of other (healed) physical injury and traumaNon-BillableZ87.820Personal history of traumatic brain injuryBillableZ87.821Personal history of retained foreign body fully removedBillableZ87.828Personal history of other (healed) physical injury and traumaBillableZ87.89Personal history of other specified conditionsNon-BillableZ87.890Personal history of sex reassignmentBillableZ87.891Personal history of nicotine dependenceBillableZ87.892Personal history of anaphylaxisBillableZ87.898Personal history of other specified conditionsBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z87.8 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, Z87.8 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does Z87.8 mean?

Z87.8 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Personal history of other specified conditions". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z87.8?

The parent code of Z87.8 is Z87 ("Personal history of other diseases and conditions"). Z87.8 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z87.8 in?

Z87.8 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 Z87.8?

Z87.8 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Z87.81, Z87.82, Z87.89.

When should I use Z87.8?

Use Z87.8 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Personal history of other specified conditions" 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 other specified conditions?

The ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of other specified conditions is Z87.8.

Can Z87.8 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, Z87.8 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is Z87.8 in?

Z87.8 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z87.8 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z87.8 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
Z87.8
Personal history of other specified conditions
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