2025 ICD-10-CM code Z30.43
Encounter for surveillance of intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD).
Medical necessity is established by the patient's need for surveillance of their existing IUD to ensure continued contraceptive efficacy and to address any potential complications.
The clinician is responsible for evaluating the IUD, ensuring its proper placement and functionality, addressing any patient concerns, and providing necessary counseling and advice.
- Chapter 21: Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
- Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction
In simple words: This code is used when you see a healthcare provider to check on your IUD.
This code is used for encounters with health services for the purpose of monitoring an existing intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD).It covers surveillance, routine checks, and follow-up of the IUD.
Example 1: A patient presents for a routine checkup of her IUD to ensure it is still in place and functioning correctly., A patient with an IUD experiences irregular bleeding and seeks medical advice and examination., A patient desires to have her IUD removed and comes to the clinic for the procedure.
Documentation should include the type of IUD, date of insertion, current symptoms or concerns, findings of the examination, and any provided counseling or advice.If a procedure is performed related to the IUD, a procedure code must accompany this Z code.
** This code is intended for surveillance of an existing IUD. For initial placement or insertion, use Z30.430.For encounters related to complications such as displacement, use the appropriate T83 code along with Z30.43.
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Medicine, Women's Health
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Clinic