Z91.013
Billable

Allergy to seafood

Billable / Specific Code

What is Allergy to seafood?

ICD-10-CM Z91.013 is the diagnosis code for Allergy to seafood. 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 Z91.013

✅ This Code Includes

  • Allergy to shellfish
  • Allergy to octopus or squid ink

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z91.013 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z91.013 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z91.013 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z91.013 mean?

Z91.013 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Allergy to seafood". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z91.013?

The parent code of Z91.013 is Z91.01 ("Food allergy status"). Z91.013 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z91.013 in?

Z91.013 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 Z91.013?

Use Z91.013 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Allergy to seafood" 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 Allergy to seafood?

The ICD-10-CM code for Allergy to seafood is Z91.013.

Can Z91.013 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z91.013 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z91.013 in?

Z91.013 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z91.013 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z91.013 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
Z91.013
Allergy to seafood
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