ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z01.81
Encounter for preprocedural examinations
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z01.81
Inclusion Terms
- Encounter for preoperative examinations
- Encounter for radiological and imaging examinations as part of preprocedural examination
Inclusion Terms
Blood and urine tests prior to treatment or procedure
Inclusion Terms
- Encounter for preprocedural examination NOS
- Encounter for examinations prior to antineoplastic chemotherapy
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z01.81 (Encounter for preprocedural examinations)
ICD-10-CM code Z01.81 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 Z01.81 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z01.81 - Encounter for preprocedural examinations. 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 preprocedural examinations.