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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Superficial Esophageal Carcinoma with Hyperparathyroidism

ICD-10 Coding for Superficial Esophageal Carcinoma with Hyperparathyroidism

C15.5
E21.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for superficial esophageal carcinoma with hyperparathyroidism includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Esophageal Cancer with Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Esophageal SCC with Hypercalcemia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Superficial Esophageal Carcinoma with Hyperparathyroidism

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Superficial Esophageal Carcinoma with Hyperparathyroidism

Use ICD-10 code C15.5 for malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus

Billable Code
C15.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histological confirmation of carcinoma in the lower third of the esophagus

Applicable To

  • • Superficial esophageal carcinoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact location of the tumor within the esophagus.

Secondary hyperparathyroidism, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
E21.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Elevated serum calcium and PTHrP levels
  • • Documentation linking hyperparathyroidism to esophageal carcinoma

Applicable To

  • • Hyperparathyroidism due to malignancy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly links hyperparathyroidism to the malignancy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R79.89

Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

Use for documenting hypercalcemia associated with the carcinoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for superficial esophageal carcinoma with hyperparathyroidism?

The ICD-10 code for superficial esophageal carcinoma is C15.5, and for secondary hyperparathyroidism due to malignancy, it is E21.1.

How do you document hyperparathyroidism secondary to esophageal cancer?

Document the linkage by stating 'secondary to PTHrP secretion from esophageal carcinoma' and include lab results showing elevated calcium and PTHrP levels.

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