Z12.12 Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10-CM · CMS code reference
Official ICD-10-CM description: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
Coding notes
From the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) tabular list. Notes on a parent code or category apply here too.
Note
- Nonspecific abnormal findings disclosed at the time of these examinations are classified to categories R70-R94.
Excludes1
Not coded together with this code. The exception is when the two conditions are unrelated to each other.
- encounter for diagnostic examination-code to sign or symptom
Excludes2
Not part of this code, but both can be coded when both are documented.
- examinations related to pregnancy and reproduction (Z30-Z36, Z39.-)
Use additional code
Add a second code for the following, when documented.
- code to identify any family history of malignant neoplasm (Z80.-)
Related codes
Z12.0Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of stomach ICD-10-CMZ12.10Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of intestinal tract, unspecified ICD-10-CMZ12.11Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon ICD-10-CMZ12.13Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of small intestine ICD-10-CMZ12.2Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs ICD-10-CMZ12.31Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast ICD-10-CMZ12.39Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast ICD-10-CMZ12.4Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix ICD-10-CM
Common questions
Is Z12.12 a billable code?
Yes. Z12.12 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.