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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Breast DCIS

ICD-10 Coding for Breast DCIS

C50.312
D05.10

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

Also Known as:
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Non-invasive Breast Cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Breast DCIS

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Breast DCIS

Use ICD-10 code C50.312 for malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

Billable Code
C50.312
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed DCIS in specified quadrant
documentation:
  • • Clear documentation of tumor site and laterality

Applicable To

  • • DCIS of upper outer quadrant of left breast

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies laterality and quadrant to avoid unspecified codes.

Intraductal carcinoma in situ of unspecified breast

Billable Code
D05.10
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pathology report confirming DCIS without specific site

Applicable To

  • • DCIS when site is not specified

Important Notes

  • • Encourage specificity in documentation to avoid using unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.3

Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

Use after active treatment concludes to indicate history.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for breast DCIS?

The ICD-10 code for breast DCIS depends on the specific site and laterality, such as C50.312 for the upper outer quadrant of the left breast.

How do you document breast DCIS?

Document breast DCIS by specifying laterality, quadrant, size, margins, and necrosis. Use detailed pathology and imaging reports for accuracy.

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