Esophageal Adenocarcinoma ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Esophageal Adenocarcinoma

Esophageal adenocarcinoma, a specific form of esophageal cancer, is classified using various ICD-10 codes that pinpoint the location of malignancies within the esophagus. These Esophageal Adenocarcinoma ICD Codes offer a structured way to accurately identify and categorize cancer cases for medical documentation and research purposes.

C16.0

This code designates the presence of a malignant tumor within the middle third of the esophagus, which is the central segment of the tube connecting the throat and stomach. 

C16.1

C16.1 signifies the occurrence of a malignant tumor in the lower third of the esophagus, which is the lowermost portion of the tube. This code is instrumental in accurately identifying and categorizing cancers that develop in this particular anatomical segment.

C16.2

Employed when the precise location of the malignant neoplasm within the esophagus is not specified, C16.2 represents a broader classification of esophageal cancer. It indicates the presence of malignancy within the esophagus as a whole without indicating whether it's in the upper, middle, or lower part. 

C16.8

Encompassing areas beyond those addressed by previous codes, C16.8 covers malignant tumors that develop in parts of the esophagus not detailed in C16.0, C16.1, or C16.2. This code allows for the accurate classification and documentation of malignancies occurring in specific regions that may have distinct clinical implications.

C16.9

Similar to C16.2, this code refers to malignant neoplasms of the esophagus without specifying the location. It's a broader category encompassing cases where the specific location isn't provided.

Which Esophageal Adenocarcinoma ICD codes are Billable:

All the mentioned Esophageal Adenocarcinoma ICD codes are billable.

Clinical Information

• Esophageal cancer originates in the esophagus, a lengthy tube connecting the throat to the stomach.
• The esophagus aids in propelling swallowed food from the throat to the stomach for digestion.
• Typically, this cancer starts in the cells lining the inner walls of the esophagus.
• Esophageal cancer can develop at any point along the length of the esophagus.
• It's more prevalent in men compared to women, making gender a potential risk factor.
• Various risk factors, such as chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), obesity, and smoking, can contribute to the development of esophageal adenocarcinoma.
• Awareness of risk factors and early symptoms is crucial for early detection and improved prognosis.
• Diagnosis often involves endoscopic procedures, imaging tests, and biopsies to confirm the presence of cancer.
• Treatment strategies encompass surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.

Synonyms Include:

• Esophageal cancer
• Esophageal carcinoma
• Esophageal neoplasm
• Esophageal tumor
• Adenocarcinoma of the esophagus