Is ICD-10-CM code Z70 billable?

No, Z70 (Counseling related to sexual attitude, behavior and orientation) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code Z70 belong to?

Z70 belongs to Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: Z00–Z99 (Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services).

Z70Not billable, use a more specific code below

Counseling related to sexual attitude, behavior and orientation

In Persons encountering health services in other circumstances (Z69-Z76), chapter 21: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services

6 billable codes under Z70: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Instructional notes

Includes: conditions that are coded here

encounter for mental health services for sexual attitude, behavior and orientation

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

contraceptive or procreative counseling (Z30-Z31)

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

Covers when and how to use Z codes (Z00-Z99) for encounters and supplementary information, including contact, status, history, screening, aftercare, exams, and social determinants of health.

Use of Z Codes in Any Healthcare Setting (page 92)
Z Codes Indicate a Reason for an Encounter or Provide Additional Information about a Patient Encounter (page 93)
Categories of Z Codes (page 93)

Read Section I.C.21 (page 92)

All codes under Z70

Z70 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

Z70 MS-DRG

As the principal diagnosis, all 6 billable codes under Z70 group to MS-DRG 951 (v44.0).

DRG 951 Other Factors Influencing Health Status

Other codes that refer to Z70

Notes on these codes point to Z70.

Z63.0 Excludes1: counseling related to sexual attitude, behavior, and orientation (Z70.-)
Z71 Excludes2: sex counseling (Z70.-)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Sexual Health

Sexuality is a big part of being human. Love, affection and sexual intimacy all play a role in healthy relationships. They also contribute to your sense of well-being. A number of disorders can affect the ability to have or enjoy sex in both men and women.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.