Pap Smear ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 codes are used for screening pap smears?

There are several ICD-10-CM codes come into play for precise medical documentation. Here are some related ones:

• Z12.4 - Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix: This code is used when a patient undergoes a pap smear as part of routine screening for cervical cancer.
• Z01.419 - Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings: This code is used with a code from category Z12 when a pap smear is performed during a routine gynecological exam, and no abnormal results are identified.
• R87.619 - Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteri: This code is used when a pap smear results in unspecified abnormal cytological findings.
• R87.629 - Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina: This code is used when a pap smear results in unspecified abnormal histological findings.

Which pap smear ICD codes are billable?

All four of the aforementioned ICD codes for vaginal pap smears are valid and billable.

Clinical information

A pap smear, or pap test, is a procedure that tests for cervical cancer in women. Here's an expanded understanding of this procedure:

• It involves collecting cells from the cervix — the lower, narrow end of the uterus.
• The primary purpose of a pap smear is to identify cellular changes in the cervix that could denote the presence of cancer or precancerous conditions.
• Regular pap smear screenings can detect precancerous changes, which might be treated to prevent cancer development.
• It's recommended for women between the ages 21 and 65; the frequency depends on age and health history.
• A pap smear is usually done with a pelvic exam and, for some women, screening for human papillomavirus (HPV).

Synonyms include

• Pap test
• Cervical smear
• Cervical screening
• Cervical cytology
• Papanicolaou test
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