Z91.118
Billable

Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason

Billable / Specific Code

What is Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason?

ICD-10-CM Z91.118 is the diagnosis code for Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason. 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 Z91.118

✅ This Code Includes

  • Inability to comply with dietary regimen

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z91.118 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z91.118 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z91.118 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z91.118 mean?

Z91.118 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z91.118?

The parent code of Z91.118 is Z91.11 ("Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen"). Z91.118 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z91.118 in?

Z91.118 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 Z91.118?

Use Z91.118 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason" 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 Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason?

The ICD-10-CM code for Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason is Z91.118.

Can Z91.118 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z91.118 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z91.118 in?

Z91.118 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z91.118 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z91.118 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
Z91.118
Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen for other reason
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