Z12.72

Z12.72

Billable

Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A visit for screening tests to check for vaginal cancer in women without symptoms.

Coding Tips

•This is distinct from cervical cancer screening (Z12.4) and should only be used for vaginal malignancy screening
•Verify the screening is specifically for vaginal cancer, not routine gynecologic exams

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

vaginal pap smear status-post hysterectomy for malignant conditions (Z08)

Use Additional Code

code to identify acquired absence of uterus (Z90.71-)

Code Hierarchy

└Z12Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasms └Z12.7Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other genitourinary organs └Z12.72Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina

└Z12.72Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of vagina