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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Personal History of Colon Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for Personal History of Colon Cancer

Z85.038

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for personal history of colon cancer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
History of Colorectal Cancer
Past Colorectal Cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Personal History of Colon Cancer

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Personal History of Colon Cancer

Use ICD-10 code Z85.038 for personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine

Billable Code
Z85.038
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient has completed treatment and is under surveillance.
documentation:
  • • Records show no active treatment or evidence of disease.

Applicable To

  • • History of colon cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states the cancer is in remission and surveillance is ongoing.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z86.010

Personal history of colonic polyps

Use alongside Z85.038 if the patient also has a history of colonic polyps.

Z80.0

Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

Use if there is a family history of colorectal cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for personal history of colon cancer?

The ICD-10 code for personal history of colon cancer is Z85.038. It is used for patients who have completed treatment and are under surveillance.

When should Z85.038 be used?

Use Z85.038 when a patient has a history of colon cancer that is no longer active and requires ongoing surveillance.

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