Z02.84 Encounter for child welfare exam
ICD-10-CM · CMS code reference
Official ICD-10-CM description: Encounter for child welfare exam
Coding notes
From the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) tabular list. Notes on a parent code or category apply here too.
Also covers
- Encounter for child welfare screening exam
Note
- Nonspecific abnormal findings disclosed at the time of these examinations are classified to categories R70-R94.
Excludes2
Not part of this code, but both can be coded when both are documented.
- encounter for examination and observation for alleged child physical abuse (Z04.72)
- encounter for examination and observation for alleged child rape (Z04.42)
- examinations related to pregnancy and reproduction (Z30-Z36, Z39.-)
Related codes
Z02.6Encounter for examination for insurance purposes ICD-10-CMZ02.71Encounter for disability determination ICD-10-CMZ02.79Encounter for issue of other medical certificate ICD-10-CMZ02.81Encounter for paternity testing ICD-10-CMZ02.82Encounter for adoption services ICD-10-CMZ02.83Encounter for blood-alcohol and blood-drug test ICD-10-CMZ02.89Encounter for other administrative examinations ICD-10-CMZ02.9Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified ICD-10-CM
Common questions
Is Z02.84 a billable code?
Yes. Z02.84 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.