Z71.87 Encounter for pediatric-to-adult transition counseling
ICD-10-CM · CMS code reference
Official ICD-10-CM description: Encounter for pediatric-to-adult transition counseling
Coding notes
From the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) tabular list. Notes on a parent code or category apply here too.
Excludes2
Not part of this code, but both can be coded when both are documented.
- counseling for contraception (Z30.0-)
- contraceptive or procreation counseling (Z30-Z31)
- sex counseling (Z70.-)
Code also
A second code may be needed. Sequencing depends on the encounter.
- chronic condition, if applicable, such as:
- autism spectrum disorder (F84.0)
- congenital malformations of the circulatory system (Q20-Q28)
- cystic fibrosis (E84.-)
- sickle-cell disorder (D57.-)
Related codes
Z71.81Spiritual or religious counseling ICD-10-CMZ71.82Exercise counseling ICD-10-CMZ71.83Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling ICD-10-CMZ71.84Encounter for health counseling related to travel ICD-10-CMZ71.85Encounter for immunization safety counseling ICD-10-CMZ71.88Encounter for counseling for socioeconomic factors ICD-10-CMZ71.89Other specified counseling ICD-10-CMZ71.9Counseling, unspecified ICD-10-CM
Common questions
Is Z71.87 a billable code?
Yes. Z71.87 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.