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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Papillary Thyroid Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for Papillary Thyroid Cancer

C73
C77.0

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

Also Known as:
Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma
PTC
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Papillary Thyroid Cancer

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Papillary Thyroid Cancer

Use ICD-10 code C73 for malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

Billable Code
C73
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histological confirmation of papillary thyroid carcinoma

Applicable To

  • • Papillary thyroid carcinoma
  • • Follicular variant of papillary carcinoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure histological confirmation before coding.

Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

Billable Code
C77.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging or biopsy confirmation of lymph node metastasis

Applicable To

  • • Metastatic papillary thyroid carcinoma to lymph nodes

Important Notes

  • • Ensure metastasis is confirmed before coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

C77.0

Secondary malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

Use when there is confirmed lymph node metastasis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for papillary thyroid cancer?

The ICD-10 code for papillary thyroid cancer is C73, which represents malignant neoplasm of the thyroid gland.

How is papillary thyroid cancer documented?

Documentation should include histological confirmation, tumor size, variant, and lymph node involvement to ensure accurate coding and treatment planning.

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