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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cancer of Pancreas

ICD-10 Coding for Cancer of Pancreas

C25.0
C25.9

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

Also Known as:
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Neoplasm
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cancer of Pancreas

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cancer of Pancreas

Use ICD-10 code C25.0 for malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

Billable Code
C25.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed mass in the head of the pancreas with biopsy

Applicable To

  • • Adenocarcinoma of pancreatic head

Important Notes

  • • Ensure specific location is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

Billable Code
C25.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • General imaging showing pancreatic mass without specific location

Applicable To

  • • Cancer of pancreas NOS

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using this code if the specific site is known.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K83.1

Obstruction of bile duct

Use when there is biliary obstruction due to the pancreatic tumor.

R18.0

Malignant ascites

Use when ascites is present due to pancreatic cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for pancreatic cancer?

The ICD-10 code for pancreatic cancer varies by location: C25.0 for the head, C25.9 for unspecified location.

How do you document pancreatic cancer?

Document pancreatic cancer by specifying tumor location, size, and biopsy confirmation to ensure accurate coding.

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