Z62.4 is the ICD-10 code for Emotional neglect of child. It is a four-character subcategory of Z62 (Other problems related to upbringing), the most specific level in the WHO edition. It belongs to the block Z55–Z65 (Persons with potential health hazards related to socioeconomic and psychosocial circumstances) in Chapter XXI, Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Code type
- Subcategory (4 characters)
- Chapter
- XXI · Z00–Z99
- Classification
- WHO ICD-10, 2019 version
Definition
Parent talking to the child in a dismissive or insensitive way. Lack of interest in the child, of sympathy for the child's difficulties and of praise and encouragement. Irritated reaction to anxious behaviour and absence of sufficient physical comforting and emotional warmth.
Z62.4 in national editions
Countries report with their own edition of ICD-10. Most keep the WHO code and add more specific codes beneath it.
Z62.4Problem i forbindelse med følelsesmessig forsømmelse av barn
DZ624Problem på grund af følelsesmæssig forsømmelse af barn
Z62.4Lapsen emotionaalinen laiminlyönti
Z62.4Négligence affective
Z62.4emotionele verwaarlozing van kind
Based on the World Health Organization’s International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th revision (ICD-10), 2019 version, and the national editions published by each country’s health authority. This page is a reference, not coding advice; follow your national coding rules when you report.
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