Z98.870
Billable

Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy

Billable / Specific Code

What is Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy?

ICD-10-CM Z98.870 is the diagnosis code for Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z98.870

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in Z98.870. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • complications from in utero procedure for current pregnancy (O35.7)
  • supervision of current pregnancy with history of in utero procedure during previous pregnancy (O09.82-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z98.870 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z98.870 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z98.870 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z98.870 mean?

Z98.870 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z98.870?

The parent code of Z98.870 is Z98.87 ("Personal history of in utero procedure"). Z98.870 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z98.870 in?

Z98.870 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 Z98.870?

Use Z98.870 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy" 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 Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy is Z98.870.

Can Z98.870 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z98.870 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z98.870 in?

Z98.870 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z98.870 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z98.870 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
Z98.870
Personal history of in utero procedure during pregnancy
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