Z99 ICD-10-CM Code: Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
Z99Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where Z99 sits
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Chapter 21
Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
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Section
Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status (Z77-Z99)
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Category Z99
Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified
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Code Z99
Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified
More specific choices
Codes under Z99
Z99 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for Z99.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for Z99.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for Z99.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for Z99.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for Z99.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code Z99 mean?
Z99 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified.”
Is Z99 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. Z99 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is Z99 located in ICD-10-CM?
Z99 is listed in Chapter 21, Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99), within Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status (Z77-Z99) (Z77–Z99), under category Z99, Dependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified.
What coding notes are listed for Z99?
No inclusion terms are listed for Z99 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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