Z12.4 Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

Coding notes

From the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) tabular list. Notes on a parent code or category apply here too.

Also covers

• Encounter for screening pap smear for malignant neoplasm of cervix

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.

• when screening is part of general gynecological examination (Z01.4-)
• encounter for diagnostic examination-code to sign or symptom

Excludes2

Not part of this code, but both can be coded when both are documented.

• encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (Z11.51)
• 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.-)