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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Adenocarcinoma

ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Adenocarcinoma

C17.0

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

Also Known as:
Duodenal Cancer
Adenocarcinoma of the Duodenum
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Adenocarcinoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Adenocarcinoma

Use ICD-10 code C17.0 for malignant neoplasm of duodenum, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of duodenum

Billable Code
C17.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Biopsy confirms adenocarcinoma in the duodenum.
documentation:
  • • Pathology report specifies duodenal origin.

Applicable To

  • • Primary adenocarcinoma of the duodenum

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the duodenal origin to avoid confusion with ampullary or pancreatic neoplasms.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

C78.7

Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

Use when there is liver metastasis from a primary duodenal adenocarcinoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for duodenal adenocarcinoma?

The ICD-10 code for duodenal adenocarcinoma is C17.0, which specifies a malignant neoplasm of the duodenum.

How is duodenal adenocarcinoma diagnosed?

Diagnosis involves imaging studies and biopsy confirmation of adenocarcinoma in the duodenum, often supported by pathology reports.

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