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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Lung Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Lung Cancer

C34.90

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

Also Known as:
Lung cancer NOS
Bronchogenic carcinoma unspecified
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Lung Cancer

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

Use ICD-10 code C34.90 for malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of bronchus or lung, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of bronchus or lung

Billable Code
C34.90
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation_criteria:
  • • Lack of specific site or laterality in documentation
clinical_criteria:
  • • Biopsy confirms lung cancer but does not specify site

Applicable To

  • • Lung cancer NOS
  • • Bronchogenic carcinoma unspecified

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes any available details on laterality or specific site to avoid using unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.118

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung

Use for patients with a history of lung cancer post-treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for unspecified lung cancer?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified lung cancer is C34.90, used when the specific site or laterality is not documented.

When should C34.90 be used?

C34.90 should be used when lung cancer is diagnosed but the specific site or laterality is not documented.

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