Z29 ICD-10-CM Code: Encounter for other prophylactic measures
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
Z29Encounter for other prophylactic measures
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where Z29 sits
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Chapter 21
Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
- 2
Section
Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases (Z20-Z29)
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Category Z29
Encounter for other prophylactic measures
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Code Z29
Encounter for other prophylactic measures
More specific choices
Codes under Z29
Z29 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for Z29.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for Z29.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for Z29.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- desensitization to allergens (Z51.6)
- prophylactic surgery (Z40.-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for Z29.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code Z29 mean?
Z29 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Encounter for other prophylactic measures.”
Is Z29 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. Z29 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is Z29 located in ICD-10-CM?
Z29 is listed in Chapter 21, Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99), within Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases (Z20-Z29) (Z20–Z29), under category Z29, Encounter for other prophylactic measures.
What coding notes are listed for Z29?
No inclusion terms are listed for Z29 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: desensitization to allergens (Z51.6); prophylactic surgery (Z40.-). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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