What is the ICD-10 code for a tuberculosis test?

The ICD-10 code for a tuberculosis test is Z11.1 for respiratory TB screening and Z11.7 for latent TB infection testing.

How do you code a positive TB test?

For a positive TB test, use R76.11 for a positive TST and R76.12 for a positive IGRA, alongside the screening code.

ICD-10 Coding for Tuberculosis Test(Z11.1, A15.0, A15.9)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for tuberculosis tests, including screening and positive test result codes. Ensure accurate documentation and billing with our detailed guide.

Also known as:

TB TestTuberculin Skin TestTST

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Tuberculosis Test

Z00-Z99Primary Range

Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
Z11.1	Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis	Use for asymptomatic patients undergoing routine TB screening.	Patient presents for routine screening without symptoms. Documentation of screening purpose e.g. employment or immigration.
Z11.7	Encounter for testing for latent tuberculosis infection	Use for patients with a history of positive TST undergoing further testing.	Patient has a history of positive TST and requires further evaluation. Documentation of testing purpose e.g. follow-up or serial testing.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

Z11.1Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Tuberculosis of lungA15.0

Respiratory tuberculosis unspecifiedA15.9

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Tuberculosis Test.

Failing to document the induration size for TST.

Impact

Clinical: Inability to determine test positivity., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential claim denials due to insufficient documentation.

Mitigation

Train staff on proper documentation of TST results., Use templates that prompt for induration size.

Using Z11.1 for symptomatic patients.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records and data reporting.

Mitigation

Use A15 codes for symptomatic patients with suspected active TB.

Incorrect Code Usage

Impact

Using screening codes for symptomatic patients.

Mitigation

Regular training on code selection criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with Z11.1.

Primary Code

Z11.1

Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

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ICD-10 Coding for Tuberculosis Test(Z11.1, A15.0, A15.9)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a tuberculosis test?

How do you code a positive TB test?

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