Z12 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms

The ICD 10 Code for Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms is listed as Z12.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field	Value
Diagnosis Code:	Z12
Description:	Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms Screening is the testing for disease or disease precursors in asymptomatic individuals so that early detection and treatment can be provided for those who test positive for the disease. Use additional code to identify any family history of malignant neoplasm (Z80.-) Excludes1: encounter for diagnostic examination -code to sign or symptom

Chapter	Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of Z12:
Z12.0 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of stomach
Z12.1 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of intestinal tract
Z12.2 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Z12.3 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Z12.4 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Z12.5 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Z12.6 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of bladder
Z12.7 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other genitourinary organs
Z12.8 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
Z12.9 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm, site unspecified