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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Postpartum Visit

ICD-10 Coding for Postpartum Visit

Z39.0
Z39.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for postpartum visit includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Postnatal Checkup
Postpartum Check
6-week Postpartum Visit
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Postpartum Visit

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Postpartum Visit

Use ICD-10 code Z39.0 for encounter for care and examination of mother immediately after delivery, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for care and examination of mother immediately after delivery

Billable Code
Z39.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Visit occurs within 72 hours post-delivery

Applicable To

  • • Immediate postpartum care

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the immediate postpartum context.

Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up

Billable Code
Z39.1
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Routine postpartum checkup

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes all required elements for postpartum care.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z30.430

Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device

Use when IUD insertion occurs during a postpartum visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a postpartum visit?

The ICD-10 code for a routine postpartum visit is Z39.1, used for follow-up care after the immediate postpartum period.

When should Z39.0 be used?

Z39.0 is used for encounters immediately after delivery, typically within the first 72 hours.

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