ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for bariatric surgery status
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Status (post) › bariatric surgery”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding bariatric surgery status
The ICD-10-CM code for bariatric surgery status is Z98.84 (Bariatric surgery status).
Within Z98.8 (other specified postprocedural states), Z98.84 is specifically for bariatric surgery status. Related codes cover dental procedure status (Z98.81), breast implant status (Z98.82), Filtering (vitreous) bleb after glaucoma surgery status (Z98.83), transplanted organ removal status (Z98.85), personal history of breast implant removal (Z98.86), personal history of in utero procedure (Z98.87) and other specified postprocedural states (Z98.89).
Don't report Z98.84 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: bariatric surgery status complicating pregnancy, childbirth, or the puerperium (O99.84).
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of Z98.84, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: intestinal bypass and anastomosis status (Z98.0).
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for Z98.84)
- bariatric surgery status complicating pregnancy, childbirth, or the puerperium (O99.84)
Common questions about bariatric surgery status ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for bariatric surgery status?
- Z98.84 — Bariatric surgery status.
Is Z98.84 billable?
- Yes. Z98.84 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z98.84 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- No. It is not acceptable as the principal diagnosis for an inpatient stay; it may be reported as a secondary diagnosis.
Is Z98.84 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z98.84 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.