Z79.810
Billable codeLong term (current) use of selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs)
The ICD-10 code for long term (current) use of selective estrogen receptor modulators (serms) is Z79.810.
Clinical notes
Also known as
Alternate wording, synonyms, or specific conditions that fall under this code, listed to help confirm you've picked the right one.
- Long term (current) use of raloxifene (Evista)
- Long term (current) use of tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
- Long term (current) use of toremifene (Fareston)
Documentation support
General coding-documentation guidance — not a substitute for payer-specific requirements or professional coding judgment.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Related codes in this category
- Z79.811Long term (current) use of aromatase inhibitors
- Z79.818Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels
- Z79.810Long term (current) use of selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs)
ICD-9-CM equivalent
Informational only — GEM mappings are approximate, not guaranteed one-to-one equivalents. Verify before use in billing.
- V0751
Associated MS-DRGs
Z79.810 can serve as the principal diagnosis for these Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups.
Informational only — actual DRG assignment also depends on procedures, complications/comorbidities (CC/MCC), discharge status, and payer-specific rules not reflected here.