Follow-Up Questions: Jason’s On-the-job Health Issue

Which code or codes related to occupational exposure to risk factors could you consider in this instance based on the documentation? Select each Z code option to learn more about how it might apply to the scenario.

Jason

• Z57.0
• Z57.1
• Z57.2
• Z57.4
• Z57.7
• Z57.8
• Z57.9

Z57.0,
Occupational exposure to noise

This code applies based on what Jason said.

Z57.1,
Occupational exposure to radiation

Jason hasn’t mentioned this.

Z57.2,
Occupational exposure to dust

Though this may be likely in a warehouse, Jason hasn’t mentioned this.

Z57.4,
Occupational exposure to toxic agents in agriculture

Jason hasn’t mentioned this.

Z57.7,
Occupational exposure to vibration

Though this may be likely in a warehouse, Jason hasn’t mentioned this.

Z57.8,
Occupational exposure to other risk factors

This code is too vague.

Z57.9,
Occupational exposure to unspecified risk factor

This code is too vague.