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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Laryngeal Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for History of Laryngeal Cancer

Z85.21

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

Also Known as:
History of Laryngeal Neoplasm
Past Laryngeal Cancer
history larynx cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Laryngeal Cancer

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

Use ICD-10 code Z85.21 for personal history of malignant neoplasm of larynx, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of malignant neoplasm of larynx

Billable Code
Z85.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • No active treatment or recurrence
documentation:
  • • Clear documentation of history and treatment status

Applicable To

  • • History of laryngeal cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states the cancer is historical and not active.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.891

History of tobacco dependence

Use if the patient has a history of tobacco use.

Z72.0

Tobacco use

Use if the patient currently uses tobacco.

F10.-

Alcohol abuse/dependence

Use if applicable to the patient's history.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should Z85.21 be used for laryngeal cancer?

Z85.21 is used when a patient has a history of laryngeal cancer with no active treatment or evidence of recurrence.

What is the ICD-10 code for history of laryngeal cancer?

The ICD-10 code for history of laryngeal cancer is Z85.21.

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