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# Z39.0 Encounter for care and examination of mother immediately after delivery

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

**Official ICD-10-CM description:** Encounter for care and examination of mother immediately after delivery

## Related codes

-   [`Z39.1` Encounter for care and examination of lactating mother ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z39.1/)
-   [`Z39.2` Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/z39.2/)

## Common questions

### Is Z39.0 a billable code?

Yes. Z39.0 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

Z39 Encounter for maternal postpartum care and examination

Chapter

Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

Billable

Yes

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