What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. Here are ten commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for various types of cancer, along with brief clinical descriptions:

• C00.9 - Malignant neoplasm of lip, unspecified: Used when the specific type of lip cancer is not specified.
• C18.9 - Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified: Applied when the specific part of the colon affected by cancer is not specified.
• C34.90 - Malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung, unspecified: Utilized for lung cancer when the specific type or location is not specified.
• C50.919 - Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast: Used when breast cancer is diagnosed, but the specific site is not further specified.
• C61 - Malignant neoplasm of prostate: Applied for prostate cancer.
• C73 - Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland: Utilized when thyroid cancer is diagnosed.
• C82.90 - Follicular lymphoma, unspecified: Used for cases of follicular lymphoma where the specific subtype is not documented.
• C91.10 - Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission: Applied for cases of acute lymphoblastic leukemia where remission has not been achieved.
• C56.9 - Malignant neoplasm of ovary, unspecified: Utilized for ovarian cancer when the specific type is not specified.
• C81.90 - Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified: Used when the specific type of Hodgkin lymphoma is not specified.

Which Cancer ICD Codes are Billable?

The billable status of the mentioned ICD-10 codes for cancer varies:

• C00.9 - Malignant neoplasm of lip, unspecified: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for lip cancer of unspecified type can be claimed.
• C18.9 - Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified: Yes, billable. Costs associated with colon cancer of unspecified location can be reimbursed.
• C34.90 - Malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung, unspecified: Yes, billable. Medical expenses related to lung cancer of unspecified type or location can be claimed.
• C50.919 - Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast: Yes, billable. Expenses for breast cancer of an unspecified site can be claimed.
• C61 - Malignant neoplasm of prostate: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for prostate cancer can be claimed.
• C73 - Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland: Yes, billable. Costs associated with thyroid cancer can be reimbursed.
• C82.90 - Follicular lymphoma, unspecified: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for follicular lymphoma of unspecified subtypes can be claimed.
• C91.10 - Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission: Yes, billable. Expenses for acute lymphoblastic leukemia not in remission can be claimed.
• C56.9 - Malignant neoplasm of ovary, unspecified: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for ovarian cancer of unspecified type can be claimed.
• C81.90 - Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified: Yes, billable. Costs associated with Hodgkin lymphoma of unspecified type can be reimbursed.

Clinical Information

• Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body.
• It can occur in virtually any organ or tissue, leading to various forms of cancer, such as breast, lung, or colon cancer.
• Diagnosis involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging (e.g., CT, MRI, or X-rays), and biopsies to identify cancer type and stage.
• Treatment options depend on the type and stage of cancer and may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, or precision medicine.
• Management strategies aim to remove or control the cancer and minimize damage to healthy tissues.
• Patient education should include information about the cancer type, treatment options, potential side effects, and the importance of regular follow-up care.
• Regular monitoring is critical to assess treatment response, manage side effects, and detect recurrence.
• Multidisciplinary care involving oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists is often necessary for comprehensive cancer management.
• Supportive care, psychological counseling, and resources for patients and their families are essential to cancer care.

Synonyms Include:

• Neoplastic Diseases
• Cancer Types
• ICD-10 Cancer
• Malignant Tumors
• Cancer Treatment
• Oncology