Z08

Billable

Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

Z08 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Edition
FY2026

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

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Includes

  • Medical surveillance following completed treatment

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • aftercare following medical care (Z43-Z49, Z51)

Use additional code

  • code to identify any acquired absence of organs (Z90.-)
  • code to identify the personal history of malignant neoplasm (Z85.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z08?
Z08 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z08 a billable code?
Yes — Z08 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from Z08?
Excludes1 (not coded here): aftercare following medical care (Z43-Z49, Z51).

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

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