ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for gestational carrier counseling
Encounter for procreative management and counseling for gestational carrier
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Counseling (for) › gestational carrier”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding gestational carrier counseling
The ICD-10-CM code for gestational carrier counseling is Z31.7 (Encounter for procreative management and counseling for gestational carrier).
Within Z31 (encounter for procreative management), Z31.7 is specifically for encounter for procreative management and counseling for gestational carrier. Related codes cover reversal of previous sterilization (Z31.0), procreative investigation and testing (Z31.4), procreative genetic counseling (Z31.5), general counseling and advice on procreation (Z31.6), other procreative management (Z31.8) and unspecified (Z31.9).
Don't report Z31.7 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: pregnant state, gestational carrier (Z33.3).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for Z31.7)
- pregnant state, gestational carrier (Z33.3)
Common questions about gestational carrier counseling ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for gestational carrier counseling?
- Z31.7 — Encounter for procreative management and counseling for gestational carrier.
Is Z31.7 billable?
- Yes. Z31.7 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z31.7 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 Z31.7 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z31.7 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.