Z39 – Encounter for maternal postpartum care and examination
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction
ICD-10-CM code
Z39
- Code
Z39(claims format:Z39)- Description
- Encounter for maternal postpartum care and examination
- 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
- Z30-Z39 Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction
Billable codes under Z39
Z39 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Z39?
Z39 is the ICD-10-CM code for encounter for maternal postpartum care and examination, in the block Z30-Z39 (Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction).
Is Z39 a billable code?
No. Z39 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.