Z79.01

Billable

Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

Z79.01 is the ICD-10-CM code for Long term (current) use of anticoagulants. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Parent
Z79.0
Edition
FY2026

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

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What are blood thinners? Blood thinners are medicines that prevent blood clots from forming. They do not break up clots that you already have. But they can stop those clots from getting bigger. It's important to treat blood clots, because clots in your blood vessels and heart can cause heart attacks , strokes , and blockages. Who needs blood thinners? You may need a blood thinner if you have: Certain heart or blood…

Read more about Blood Thinners 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 Z79.01?
Z79.01 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Long term (current) use of anticoagulants". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z79.01 a billable code?
Yes — Z79.01 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

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

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