Z29 – Encounter for other prophylactic measures
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases
ICD-10-CM code
Z29
- Code
Z29(claims format:Z29)- Description
- Encounter for other prophylactic measures
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- 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
Billable codes under Z29
Z29 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- Z29.1 – Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapyHeader (more codes below)
- Z29.3 – Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administrationBillable
- Z29.8 – Encounter for other specified prophylactic measuresHeader (more codes below)
- Z29.9 – Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecifiedBillable
Notes for Z29
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Z29?
Z29 is the ICD-10-CM code for encounter for other prophylactic measures, in the block Z20-Z29 (Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases).
Is Z29 a billable code?
No. Z29 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.