Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for left breast cancer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Breast Cancer
Use ICD-10 code C50.412 for malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Estrogen receptor positive status
Use to indicate ER-positive status of the tumor.
The ICD-10 code for left breast cancer depends on the specific site, such as C50.412 for the upper-outer quadrant of the left breast.
Use C50.412 for the specific site and add Z17.0 to indicate ER-positive status.