2025 ICD-10-CM code Z84.82
Family history of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Medical necessity for using this code is established by the provider's need to assess the patient's risk factors and provide appropriate counseling or interventions based on the family history of SIDS.This information may influence decisions regarding infant care practices.
This code is typically used by healthcare providers during consultations or check-ups when assessing a patient's family history and risk factors for SIDS, especially during pregnancy or early infancy.
In simple words: This code is used when a patient has a family history of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), meaning that a close relative, such as a sibling or parent, died of SIDS.
Family history of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). This code indicates a family history of SIDS, a condition in which a seemingly healthy infant dies suddenly and unexpectedly during sleep, usually in the first year of life.
Example 1: A pregnant woman whose sister's baby died of SIDS is being assessed for potential risk factors., A pediatrician is evaluating a newborn infant whose family has a history of SIDS., A genetic counselor is reviewing a patient's family history and notes a case of SIDS in the family.
Documentation should include the specific family member affected by SIDS (e.g., sibling, cousin) and the approximate age at which the SIDS death occurred.Any additional relevant family history or risk factors should also be noted.
** This code should not be used to indicate a current diagnosis of SIDS, but rather a family history of the condition.It is important to note that having a family history of SIDS does not necessarily mean an infant will develop the condition.This code is used to assess risk and provide appropriate guidance and support to families.
- Specialties:Pediatrics, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Family Medicine, Genetic Counseling
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Public Health Clinic