Z29
Non-billableEncounter for other prophylactic measures
Encounter for other prophylactic measures
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
Z20-Z29
Child Codes
4
Coding Notes
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Z29?
ICD-10-CM code Z29 represents "Encounter for other prophylactic measures". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z29 a billable code?
No, Z29 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under Z29.
What chapter is Z29 in?
Z29 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z29?
Z29 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: desensitization to allergens (Z51.6); prophylactic surgery (Z40.-).
What are the subcategories under Z29?
Z29 has 4 child codes, including: Z29.1 (Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapy), Z29.3 (Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration), Z29.8 (Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures), Z29.9 (Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z29?
Z29 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C4270761. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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