ICD-10-CM Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Z08

Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z08

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

aftercare following medical care (Z43-Z49, Z51)

Use Additional Code

code to identify any acquired absence of organs (Z90.-)

Use Additional Code

code to identify the personal history of malignant neoplasm (Z85.-)

Inclusion Terms

Medical surveillance following completed treatment

About ICD-10-CM Code Z08 (Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm)

ICD-10-CM code Z08 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 Z08 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Z08 - Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm. 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 follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm.