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

ICD-10 Coding for History of Lung Cancer

Z85.118

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

Also Known as:
Personal history of lung cancer
History of malignant neoplasm of lung
hx lung cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Lung Cancer

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

Use ICD-10 code Z85.118 for personal history of malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung

Billable Code
Z85.118
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient has completed all cancer-directed therapy and shows no evidence of disease.
documentation:
  • • Oncologist's note confirming remission status.

Applicable To

  • • History of lung cancer
  • • History of bronchial cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states 'no evidence of disease' and specifies the date of last treatment.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z08

Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

Use alongside Z85.118 for follow-up visits to monitor for cancer recurrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for history of lung cancer is Z85.118, used when treatment is complete and there is no evidence of active disease.

When should Z85.118 be used?

Use Z85.118 when the patient has completed cancer treatment and there is no evidence of active disease, often in follow-up visits.

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