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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hepatocellular Carcinoma

ICD-10 Coding for Hepatocellular Carcinoma

C22.0
C22.9

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

Also Known as:
Liver Cancer
HCC
primary liver cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Use ICD-10 code C22.0 for liver cell carcinoma, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Liver cell carcinoma

Billable Code
C22.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed hepatocellular carcinoma via imaging or biopsy

Applicable To

  • • Hepatocellular carcinoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging or biopsy confirms diagnosis before coding.

Malignant neoplasm of liver, unspecified

Billable Code
C22.9
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Use as a temporary code until specific diagnosis is confirmed.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B18.2

Chronic viral hepatitis C

Use when HCC is associated with chronic hepatitis C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hepatocellular carcinoma?

The ICD-10 code for hepatocellular carcinoma is C22.0, used when the diagnosis is confirmed by imaging or biopsy.

How should hepatocellular carcinoma be documented?

Document tumor characteristics, liver function, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with MEAT criteria for accurate coding.

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