ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z12.72
Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z12.72
vaginal pap smear status-post hysterectomy for malignant conditions (Z08)
code to identify acquired absence of uterus (Z90.71-)
Vaginal pap smear status-post hysterectomy for non-malignant condition
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z12.72 (Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina)
ICD-10-CM code Z12.72 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 Z12.72 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z12.72 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina. 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 neoplasm of vagina.