Z29.9 – Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases
- Code
Z29.9(claims format:Z299)- Description
- Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
- Block
- Z20-Z29 Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases
- Parent codes
- Z29
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
Z29 – Encounter for other prophylactic measures
Index terms for Z29.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in Z29
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Z29.9?
Z29.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified, in the block Z20-Z29 (Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases).
Is Z29.9 a billable code?
Yes. Z29.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does Z29.9 belong to?
It belongs to category Z29 – Encounter for other prophylactic measures.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.