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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Tumor of Breast

ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Tumor of Breast

C50.011
C50.212

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for malignant tumor of breast includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Breast Cancer
Breast Carcinoma
Mammary Carcinoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Tumor of Breast

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Tumor of Breast

Use ICD-10 code C50.011 for malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast

Billable Code
C50.011
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed invasive carcinoma of nipple and areola
documentation:
  • • Documentation of right breast involvement

Applicable To

  • • Invasive carcinoma of nipple and areola

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact site and laterality.

Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast

Billable Code
C50.212
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pathology report confirming invasive carcinoma
documentation:
  • • Documentation of quadrant and laterality

Applicable To

  • • Invasive carcinoma of upper-inner quadrant

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact quadrant and laterality.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z17.0

Estrogen receptor positive status

Use to indicate ER+ status confirmed by immunohistochemistry.

Z17.1

Estrogen receptor negative status

Use to indicate ER- status confirmed by immunohistochemistry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for malignant neoplasm of breast?

The ICD-10 code range for malignant neoplasm of the breast is C50.0-C50.9, which specifies the tumor's location and laterality.

How do you document breast cancer for ICD-10 coding?

Document the tumor's histological type, location, laterality, and receptor status to ensure accurate ICD-10 coding.

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