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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Medulloblastoma

ICD-10 Coding for Medulloblastoma

C71.6
C71.7

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

Also Known as:
Cerebellar Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor
PNET
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Medulloblastoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Medulloblastoma

Use ICD-10 code C71.6 for malignant neoplasm of cerebellum, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum

Billable Code
C71.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Tumor located in cerebellar vermis with confirmed medulloblastoma histology.

Applicable To

  • • Medulloblastoma of cerebellar vermis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure accurate documentation of tumor site and molecular markers.

Malignant neoplasm of cerebellar hemisphere

Billable Code
C71.7
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when imaging or surgery confirms lateral cerebellar origin.

Applicable To

  • • Medulloblastoma of cerebellar hemisphere

Important Notes

  • • Verify tumor location and document molecular subgroup.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.2

Personal history of malignant neoplasm of brain

Use after curative resection and no active treatment.

Z51.11

Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

Use during active chemotherapy treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for medulloblastoma?

The ICD-10 code for medulloblastoma primarily depends on the tumor's location: C71.6 for cerebellar vermis and C71.7 for cerebellar hemisphere.

How is medulloblastoma documented?

Documentation should include tumor site, histological subtype, molecular subgroup, and treatment plan for accurate coding and management.

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