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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

ICD-10 Coding for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

D05.1
D05.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for ductal carcinoma in situ includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
DCIS
Intraductal Carcinoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

Use ICD-10 code D05.1 for intraductal carcinoma in situ of breast, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Intraductal carcinoma in situ of breast

Non-Billable
D05.1
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Biopsy confirms DCIS with specified laterality.

Applicable To

  • • DCIS
  • • Intraductal carcinoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies laterality and nuclear grade.

Other specified carcinoma in situ of breast

Non-Billable
D05.8
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pathology report specifying subtype of DCIS

Applicable To

  • • Pleomorphic DCIS
  • • Apocrine DCIS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure subtype is documented in pathology report.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.3

Personal history of breast cancer

Use if patient has a history of breast cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for ductal carcinoma in situ?

The ICD-10 code for ductal carcinoma in situ is D05.1, with specific codes for laterality: D05.11 for right breast, D05.12 for left breast.

How is ductal carcinoma in situ documented?

Documentation for ductal carcinoma in situ should include laterality, nuclear grade, presence of necrosis, and margin status to ensure accurate coding.

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