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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for implantable subdermal prescription of contraceptives

Z30.017

Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive

✓ Billable / specificNot a principal dx

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Prescription of contraceptives (initial) › implantable subdermal”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding implantable subdermal prescription of contraceptives

The ICD-10-CM code for implantable subdermal prescription of contraceptives is Z30.017 (Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive).

Within Z30.01 (encounter for initial prescription of contraceptives), Z30.017 is specifically for encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive. Related codes cover initial prescription of contraceptive pills (Z30.011), prescription of emergency contraception (Z30.012), initial prescription of injectable contraceptive (Z30.013), initial prescription of intrauterine contraceptive device (Z30.014), initial prescription of vaginal ring hormonal contraceptive (Z30.015), initial prescription of transdermal patch hormonal contraceptive device (Z30.016), initial prescription of other contraceptives (Z30.018) and unspecified (Z30.019).

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 implantable subdermal prescription of contraceptives ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for implantable subdermal prescription of contraceptives?

Z30.017 — Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive.

Is Z30.017 billable?

Yes. Z30.017 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).

Can Z30.017 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 Z30.017 a CC or MCC?

No. Z30.017 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.