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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Pancreatic Lesion

ICD-10 Coding for Pancreatic Lesion

K86.2
C25.9
D13.6

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

Also Known as:
Pancreatic Mass
Pancreatic Cyst
Pancreatic Neoplasm
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Pancreatic Lesion

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pancreatic Lesion

Use ICD-10 code K86.2 for cyst of pancreas, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cyst of pancreas

Billable Code
K86.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of a fluid-filled sac without solid components.

Applicable To

  • • Pancreatic pseudocyst

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging reports are detailed to differentiate from neoplastic lesions.

Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

Billable Code
C25.9
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Histological confirmation is crucial for accurate coding.

Benign neoplasm of pancreas

Billable Code
D13.6
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Benign pancreatic tumor

Important Notes

  • • Ensure histological reports confirm benign nature.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.9

Unspecified abdominal pain

Use when abdominal pain is present with the cyst.

C78.7

Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver

Use if liver metastases are present.

K86.1

Chronic pancreatitis

Use if chronic pancreatitis is present with the lesion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a pancreatic cyst?

The ICD-10 code for a pancreatic cyst is K86.2, used for non-neoplastic cysts confirmed by imaging.

How do you code a malignant pancreatic lesion?

Use ICD-10 code C25.9 for malignant pancreatic lesions when specific type is not identified, confirmed by biopsy.

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