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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Malaria Prophylaxis (Z29.8)

ICD-10 Coding for Malaria Prophylaxis (Z29.8)

Z29.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for malaria prophylaxis (z29.8) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Malaria Prevention
Antimalarial Prophylaxis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Malaria Prophylaxis (Z29.8)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Malaria Prophylaxis (Z29.8)

Use ICD-10 code Z29.8 for encounter for other specified prophylactic measures, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures

Non-Billable
Z29.8
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient traveling to a malaria-endemic area
documentation:
  • • Specific antimalarial drug and dosage documented

Applicable To

  • • Malaria chemoprophylaxis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the drug, dosage, and travel destination.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z71.82

Travel counseling

Use when providing travel-related health advice alongside malaria prophylaxis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for malaria prophylaxis?

The ICD-10 code for malaria prophylaxis is Z29.8, used for encounters focused on prescribing or administering malaria preventive measures.

When should Z29.8 be used?

Use Z29.8 for encounters where the primary purpose is prescribing or administering malaria prophylaxis, especially for travel to endemic areas.

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