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Z01.2

Non-billable

Encounter for dental examination and cleaning

Z01.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for dental examination and cleaning. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as Z01.20 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Parent
Z01
Subcodes
2
Edition
FY2026

Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is a dental exam? A dental exam is part of a checkup of your teeth and gums. When you see your dentist for a checkup, the visit usually includes three parts: A dental cleaning to remove the buildup of plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that coats your teeth X-rays of your teeth on certain visits, depending on the health of your teeth An exam of your teeth and mouth by a dentist Dental exams are important for…

Read more about Dental Exam at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z01.2?
Z01.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for dental examination and cleaning". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z01.2 a billable code?
No — Z01.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as Z01.20) for billing.
What are the subcodes of Z01.2?
Z01.2 has 2 more specific child codes, including Z01.20, Z01.21.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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