ICD-10-CM Z12: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Z12

Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z12

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

encounter for diagnostic examination-code to sign or symptom

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

inconclusive mammogram (R92.2)

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

when screening is part of general gynecological examination (Z01.4-)

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

vaginal pap smear status-post hysterectomy for malignant conditions (Z08)

Excludes2: Not Included Here

encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (Z11.51)

Use Additional Code

code to identify any family history of malignant neoplasm (Z80.-)

Use Additional Code

code to identify acquired absence of uterus (Z90.71-)

Inclusion Terms

Screening is the testing for disease or disease precursors in asymptomatic individuals so that early detection and treatment can be provided for those who test positive for the disease.

Inclusion Terms

Encounter for screening colonoscopy NOS

Inclusion Terms

Encounter for screening pap smear for malignant neoplasm of cervix

Inclusion Terms

Vaginal pap smear status-post hysterectomy for non-malignant condition

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Z12):

Z12.0 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of stomach Z12.1 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of intestinal tract Z12.10 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of intestinal tract, unspecified Z12.11 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon Z12.12 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum Z12.13 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of small intestine Z12.2 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs Z12.3 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of breast Z12.31 - Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast Z12.39 - Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast Z12.4 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix Z12.5 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate Z12.6 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of bladder Z12.7 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other genitourinary organs Z12.71 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of testis Z12.72 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina Z12.73 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of ovary Z12.79 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other genitourinary organs Z12.8 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites Z12.81 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of oral cavity Z12.82 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of nervous system Z12.83 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin Z12.89 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites Z12.9 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm, site unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code Z12 (Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms)

ICD-10-CM code Z12 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 Z12 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Z12 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms. 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 screening for malignant neoplasms.