ICD Code Z87.42

ICD code Z87.42 is a personal history of diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.

1. Documented personal history of conditions classified as diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

2. Patient has a resolved or past musculoskeletal or connective tissue disorder that may impact current care or treatment

3. No current active disease, but prior diagnosis is clinically relevant to ongoing management

4. Used during follow-up visits or when evaluating risk factors related to previous musculoskeletal or connective tissue conditions

5. Symptoms or findings are attributable to a previous, not current, musculoskeletal or connective tissue disorder

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code Z87.42 include:

- 99201–99215 (Office or other outpatient evaluation and management services)

- 99381–99397 (Preventive medicine services)

- 99401–99404 (Preventive medicine counseling)

- 99406–99409 (Behavior change interventions, smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling)

- 99495–99496 (Transitional care management services)

- 99499 (Unlisted evaluation and management service)

The specific CPT code selection will depend on the clinical scenario and services provided.

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