Z01.42
BillableEncounter for cervical smear to confirm findings of recent normal smear following initial abnormal smear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A follow-up cervical smear test (Pap smear) performed to confirm that a recent normal result was accurate after a previous abnormal smear.
Coding Tips
- •This code indicates a confirmatory test following an initial abnormal result that was then found to be normal on repeat testing
- •Document the sequence of results (initial abnormal, then normal confirmation) in the medical record for clarity
Code Hierarchy
└Z01Encounter for other special examination without complaint, suspected or reported diagnosis└Z01.4Encounter for gynecological examination└Z01.42Encounter for cervical smear to confirm findings of recent normal smear following initial abnormal smear
└Z01.42Encounter for cervical smear to confirm findings of recent normal smear following initial abnormal smear