Z29

Non-billable

Encounter for other prophylactic measures

Z29 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for other prophylactic measures. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as Z29.1 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Subcodes
4
Edition
FY2026

Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • desensitization to allergens (Z51.6)
  • prophylactic surgery (Z40.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z29?
Z29 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for other prophylactic measures". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z29 a billable code?
No — Z29 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as Z29.1) for billing.
What are the subcodes of Z29?
Z29 has 4 more specific child codes, including Z29.1, Z29.3, Z29.8.
What is excluded from Z29?
Excludes1 (not coded here): desensitization to allergens (Z51.6); prophylactic surgery (Z40.-).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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