Z87.891
Personal history of nicotine dependence
Factors influencing health status and contact with health services Not Billable (Secondary Code)
Quick Reference
Former smoker who has quit but has history of nicotine dependence
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Former smoker who has quit but has history of nicotine dependence
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Former smoker (quit >1 year ago)
- Tobacco cessation achieved
- History of smoking documented for risk assessment
- Cardiovascular risk stratification in ex-smoker
Documentation Requirements
- Document pack-year history
- Record quit date
- Note duration of tobacco-free status
- Document cessation methods used (cold turkey, NRT, medications)
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
Former smokerEx-smokerHistory of smokingTobacco use, past
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- Current smoker (F17.210)
- Never smoker (no code needed)
Coding Notes
Use F17.210 for current smokers
Important for cardiovascular and cancer risk assessment
May impact lung cancer screening eligibility
Related ICD-10 Codes
Consider these related codes based on patient presentation:
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Code
Z87.891
Category
Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
Billable Status
Not Billable
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