Encounter for administrative examination
ICD-10 Z02 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of encounter for administrative examination.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code Z02 is designated for encounters that are primarily administrative in nature, rather than for the diagnosis or treatment of a specific medical condition. This category encompasses a variety of situations where individuals may seek a medical examination for non-clinical reasons, such as employment, insurance, or legal purposes. Examples include pre-employment physicals, school physicals, and examinations required for participation in sports or other activities. The clinical significance of Z02 codes lies in their ability to capture encounters that do not necessarily involve a medical diagnosis but are essential for administrative compliance and documentation in healthcare settings.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Z02 codes cover encounters for administrative examinations, such as pre-employment physicals, school physicals, and other non-clinical evaluations required for administrative purposes.
Z02 codes should be used when a patient presents for an examination that is required for administrative reasons rather than for the diagnosis or treatment of a medical condition.
Documentation should clearly state the purpose of the encounter, including any forms or requirements that necessitated the examination, to support the use of Z02 codes.
