Z79.52 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Long term (current) use of systemic steroids for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z79.52 ICD10 Code:
- Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
- Z77-Z99 Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
- Z79 Long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79.0 Long term (current) use of anticoagulants and antithrombotics/antiplatelets
- Z79.5 Long term (current) use of steroids
- Z79.8 Other long term (current) drug therapy
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Z79.52 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about Z79.52 ICD 10 code
You may have heard of anabolic steroids, which can have harmful effects. But there's another type of steroid - sometimes called a corticosteroid - that treats a variety of problems. These steroids are similar to hormones that your adrenal glands make to fight stress associated with illnesses and injuries. They reduce inflammation and affect the immune system.
You may need to take corticosteroids to treat:
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Autoimmune diseases such as lupus and multiple sclerosis
- Skin conditions such as eczema and rashes
- Some kinds of cancer
Steroids are strong medicines, and they can have side effects, including weakened bones and cataracts. Because of this, you usually take them for as short a time as possible.
The information in this box was provided by MedlinePlus.gov