Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for esophagus cancer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Esophagus Cancer
Use ICD-10 code C15.3 for malignant neoplasm of upper third of esophagus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis
Use if GERD is present and affects treatment.
Dysphagia
Use if dysphagia is documented as a symptom.
Personal history of malignant neoplasm of esophagus
Use for surveillance post-treatment.
The ICD-10 code for esophagus cancer is C15, with subcategories based on the tumor's location within the esophagus.
Code C15.x for esophageal cancer and K21.0 for GERD if it affects treatment. Ensure proper sequencing with cancer as primary.