Problems related to physical environment (Z58) ICD-10-CM
The Z58 code range covers problems related to physical environment with 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
- occupational exposure Z57
Codes in the Z58 Range 5 codes · 3 billable
About the Z58 Code Range
Problems with the physical environment include inadequate drinking water, unavailable basic services, and concerns such as land degradation or household energy poverty.
Within Z58, Z58.6 identifies inadequate drinking-water supply. Z58.8 groups other physical-environment problems. It divides into Z58.81 for unavailable basic services and Z58.89 for other problems.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the Z58 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the Z58 range classify?
The range classifies problems related to physical environment. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
