Question 1

Is Z08 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Z08 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code Z08 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code Z08 represents Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code Z08 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code Z08 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code Z08?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for Z08 is section:Z00-Z13 (Persons encountering health services for examinations (Z00-Z13)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from Z08?

Accepted Answer

Code Z08 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: aftercare following medical care (Z43-Z49, Z51). These conditions cannot be coded together with Z08 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with Z08?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding Z08, consider adding codes for: code to identify any acquired absence of organs (Z90.-); code to identify the personal history of malignant neoplasm (Z85.-). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

Question 7

Can Z08 be used as principal diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

No, Z08 is classified as an unacceptable principal diagnosis by the Medicare Code Editor. This code describes circumstances influencing health status rather than a current illness or injury. It should be used as a secondary diagnosis code.

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Excludes11Not coded together

Excludes21Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes5Additional information

Also Known As1Alternative terms

Medicare Code Editor Rules1CMS coding restrictions