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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Adenocarcinoma of Cecum

ICD-10 Coding for Adenocarcinoma of Cecum

C18.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for adenocarcinoma of cecum includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Cecal Cancer
Cecum Adenocarcinoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Adenocarcinoma of Cecum

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Adenocarcinoma of Cecum

Use ICD-10 code C18.0 for malignant neoplasm of cecum, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of cecum

Billable Code
C18.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Mass located in cecum confirmed by imaging or colonoscopy
documentation:
  • • Pathology report specifies adenocarcinoma in cecum

Applicable To

  • • Adenocarcinoma of cecum

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'cecum' to avoid unspecified coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

C78.6

Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum

Use if there is metastasis to the peritoneum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for adenocarcinoma of the cecum?

The ICD-10 code for adenocarcinoma of the cecum is C18.0, which specifies a malignant neoplasm originating in the cecum.

How should adenocarcinoma of the cecum be documented?

Documentation should specify the tumor's location as 'cecum' and include pathology confirmation of adenocarcinoma.

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