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

ICD-10 Coding for History of Thyroid Cancer

Z85.850
C73

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

Also Known as:
Thyroid Cancer in Remission
Post-Thyroidectomy Status
hx thyroid cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Thyroid Cancer

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

Use ICD-10 code Z85.850 for personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid

Billable Code
Z85.850
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • No evidence of active thyroid cancer post-treatment.
documentation:
  • • Explicit statement of 'no evidence of disease' in medical records.

Applicable To

  • • History of thyroid cancer in remission

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation states 'no evidence of disease' and includes surveillance details.

Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

Billable Code
C73
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Active thyroid cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure active treatment or recurrence is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E89.0

Postprocedural hypothyroidism

Use when managing hypothyroidism post-thyroidectomy.

R94.6

Abnormal thyroid function studies

Use if applicable during follow-up.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for a history of thyroid cancer is Z85.850, used when the patient has completed treatment and there is no evidence of active disease.

When should Z85.850 be used?

Use Z85.850 for patients with a history of thyroid cancer who are in remission and not undergoing active treatment.

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