Z12.89 Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
ICD-10-CM · CMS code reference
Official ICD-10-CM description: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
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
Z12.71Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of testis ICD-10-CMZ12.72Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina ICD-10-CMZ12.73Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of ovary ICD-10-CMZ12.79Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other genitourinary organs ICD-10-CMZ12.81Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of oral cavity ICD-10-CMZ12.82Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of nervous system ICD-10-CMZ12.83Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin ICD-10-CMZ12.9Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm, site unspecified ICD-10-CM
Common questions
Is Z12.89 a billable code?
Yes. Z12.89 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.