Z59.4 is a non-billable/non-specific diagnosis code from the 2024 ICD-10-CM used to classify the following condition: Lack of adequate food.
Type 2 excludes
Codes
Versions
2024
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2023
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2022
Code changed
Type 1 excludes
effects of hunger (T73.0)inappropriate diet or eating habits (Z72.4)malnutrition (E40-E46)
Type 2 excludes
- deprivation of food (T73.0)
- effects of hunger (T73.0)
- inappropriate diet or eating habits (Z72.4)
- malnutrition (E40-E46)
POA exempt status
true
- false
Description
Lack of adequate food and safe drinking water
- Lack of adequate food
Inclusion term
Inadequate drinking water supply
Short description
Lack of adequate food and safe drinking water
- Lack of adequate food
2021
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2020
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2019
No changes
2018
No changes
2017
No changes
2016
New code