ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Z79.63
Long term (current) use of chemotherapeutic agent
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z79.63
Inclusion Terms
- Long term (current) use of chlorambucil
- Long term (current) use of cisplatin
- Long term (current) use of cyclophosphamide
Inclusion Terms
- Long term (current) use of 5-fluorouracil
- Long term (current) use of 6-mercaptopurine
- Long term (current) use of cytarabine
- Long term (current) use of methotrexate
Inclusion Terms
- Long term (current) use of bleomycin
- Long term (current) use of doxorubicin
- Long term (current) use of mitomycin C
Inclusion Terms
- Long term (current) use of paclitaxel
- Long term (current) use of plant alkaloids
- Long term (current) use of vinblastine
- Long term (current) use of vincristine
Inclusion Terms
- Long term (current) use of etoposide
- Long term (current) use of irinotecan
- Long term (current) use of topotecan
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Z79.63 (Long term)
ICD-10-CM code Z79.63 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 Z79.63 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Z79.63 - Long term (current) use of chemotherapeutic agent. 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 Long term.