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# Z01.21 Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findings

ICD-10-CM · [CMS code reference](#source)

**Official ICD-10-CM description:** Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findings

## Related codes

-   [`Z01.110` Encounter for hearing examination following failed hearing screening ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.110/)
-   [`Z01.118` Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.118/)
-   [`Z01.12` Encounter for hearing conservation and treatment ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.12/)
-   [`Z01.20` Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.20/)
-   [`Z01.30` Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.30/)
-   [`Z01.31` Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.31/)
-   [`Z01.411` Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.411/)
-   [`Z01.419` Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z01.419/)

## Common questions

### Is Z01.21 a billable code?

Yes. Z01.21 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.

## From the source

Official description from [CMS](https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coding-billing/icd-10-codes).
ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026).

Code set

ICD-10-CM

Category

Z01 Encounter for other special examination without complaint, suspected or reported diagnosis

Chapter

Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

Billable

Yes

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