Z79.818
Billable

Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels

Billable / Specific Code

What is Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels?

ICD-10-CM Z79.818 is the diagnosis code for Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels. This code falls under the section "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for Z79.818

✅ This Code Includes

  • Long term (current) use of estrogen receptor downregulators
  • Long term (current) use of fulvestrant (Faslodex)
  • Long term (current) use of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist
  • Long term (current) use of goserelin acetate (Zoladex)
  • Long term (current) use of leuprolide acetate (leuprorelin) (Lupron)
  • Long term (current) use of megestrol acetate (Megace)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z79.818 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z79.818 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z79.818 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z79.818 mean?

Z79.818 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z79.818?

The parent code of Z79.818 is Z79.81 ("Long term (current) use of agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels"). Z79.818 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z79.818 in?

Z79.818 is located in Section Z77-Z99 — "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use Z79.818?

Use Z79.818 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels?

The ICD-10-CM code for Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels is Z79.818.

Can Z79.818 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z79.818 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z79.818 in?

Z79.818 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z79.818 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z79.818 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
Z79.818
Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels
Billable / Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z77-Z99 — Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
2026 ICD-10-CM