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

ICD-10 Coding for History of Skin Cancer

Z85.820
Z85.828

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

Also Known as:
Personal History of Skin Cancer
Past Skin Cancer
hx skin cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Skin Cancer

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

Use ICD-10 code Z85.820 for personal history of malignant melanoma of skin, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

Billable Code
Z85.820
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient has completed treatment and is under surveillance.

Applicable To

  • • History of melanoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states 'history of' and 'no evidence of disease'.

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

Billable Code
Z85.828
Billable

Applicable To

  • • History of basal cell carcinoma
  • • History of squamous cell carcinoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies type of skin cancer and treatment status.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z08

Follow-up examination after treatment for malignant neoplasm

Use with Z85.820 to indicate follow-up care.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for a history of skin cancer is Z85.820 for melanoma and Z85.828 for non-melanoma skin cancers.

When should Z85.820 be used?

Use Z85.820 when a patient has a history of melanoma that has been treated and is no longer active.

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