Z30.017
BillableEncounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A patient visit to have a subdermal contraceptive implant inserted under the skin of the arm, which provides long-term pregnancy prevention for several years.
Coding Tips
- •This code represents the initial prescription/fitting visit; the insertion procedure may have a separate procedural code
- •Document the specific implant type and expected duration of effectiveness
Code Hierarchy
└Z30Encounter for contraceptive management└Z30.0Encounter for general counseling and advice on contraception└Z30.01Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptives└Z30.017Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive
└Z30.017Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive