ICD-10-CM Z00.71: Encounter for examination for period of delayed growth in childhood with abnormal findings

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Z00.71

Encounter for examination for period of delayed growth in childhood with abnormal findings

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z00.71

Use Additional Code

code to identify abnormal findings

Parent Code (Less Specific):

Z00 - Encounter for general examination without complaint, suspected or reported diagnosis

About ICD-10-CM Code Z00.71 (Encounter for examination for period of delayed growth in childhood with abnormal findings)

ICD-10-CM code Z00.71 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Z00.71 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Z00.71 - Encounter for examination for period of delayed growth in childhood with abnormal findings. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Encounter for examination for period of delayed growth in childhood with abnormal findings.