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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for fertility preservation counseling

Z31.62

Encounter for fertility preservation counseling

✓ Billable / specificNot a principal dx

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Counseling (for) › fertility preservation (prior to cancer therapy) (prior to removal of gonads)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding fertility preservation counseling

The ICD-10-CM code for fertility preservation counseling is Z31.62 (Encounter for fertility preservation counseling).

Within Z31.6 (encounter for general counseling and advice on procreation), Z31.62 is specifically for encounter for fertility preservation counseling. Related codes cover procreative counseling and advice using natural family planning (Z31.61) and encounter for other general counseling and advice on procreation (Z31.69).

It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.

In MS-DRG v44.0, it is part of the grouping logic for DRG 951 (Other Factors Influencing Health Status, relative weight 0.5577), in MDC 23 (Factors Influencing Health Status and Other Contacts with Health Services), as a principal or secondary diagnosis. The DRG a claim lands in depends on the principal diagnosis, procedures and any CC/MCC secondary diagnoses.

Common questions about fertility preservation counseling ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for fertility preservation counseling?

Z31.62 — Encounter for fertility preservation counseling.

Is Z31.62 billable?

Yes. Z31.62 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).

Can Z31.62 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 Z31.62 a CC or MCC?

No. Z31.62 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.