Question

Explain patient noncompliance and different codes that represent noncompliance

Answer 1

Failure or refusal to act in accordance to the wish or command. It is commonly used in regard to a patient who does not take a prescribed medication or follow a prescribed course of treatment. A person who demonstrates noncompliance is said to be noncompliant.

Different codes for Non-Compliance are-

•ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z91.11

Patient's noncompliance with dietary regimen

•ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z91.15

Patient's noncompliance with renal dialysis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z91.14

Patient's noncompliance with medication regimen

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z91.19

Patient's noncompliance with other medical treatment and regimen.