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ICD-10 Coding for Thyroid Carcinoma(C73)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Thyroid Carcinoma. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Thyroid CancerCarcinoma of Thyroidmalignant neoplasm of thyroid

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Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Thyroid Carcinoma

C73Primary Range

Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

Primary code for all malignant thyroid neoplasms.

E05-E07

Disorders of thyroid gland

Includes functional thyroid disorders that may co-occur with thyroid carcinoma.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for thyroid carcinoma

Essential facts and insights about Thyroid Carcinoma

The ICD-10 code for thyroid carcinoma is C73, which covers all malignant neoplasms of the thyroid gland.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for carcinoma thyroid

C73
Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Presence of malignant cells in thyroid tissue

documentation Criteria

  • Pathology report specifying carcinoma type

Applicable To

  • Papillary carcinoma
  • Follicular carcinoma
  • Anaplastic carcinoma
  • Medullary carcinoma

Excludes

  • Benign thyroid neoplasms
  • Thyroiditis

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Histologic confirmation via biopsy or pathology report
  • Imaging studies showing thyroid mass

Code-Specific Risks

  • Misclassification of histologic type
  • Incorrect sequencing with functional thyroid disorder codes

Coding Notes

  • Ensure histologic type is specified in documentation to avoid miscoding.
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Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Thyrotoxicosis with toxic single thyroid nodule

E05.10
Use when hyperthyroidism is present with a toxic nodule.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland

D34
Use D34 for benign thyroid tumors confirmed by histology.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Thyroid Carcinoma to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code C73.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to inappropriate treatment decisions., Regulatory: Increased risk of audit discrepancies., Financial: Potential for denied claims due to lack of specificity.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure detailed pathology reports., Educate clinicians on documentation requirements.

Impact

Reimbursement: Potential for incorrect DRG assignment., Compliance: Risk of audit failure due to inaccurate coding., Data Quality: Compromised cancer registry data.

Mitigation Strategy

Verify histologic type in pathology report before coding.

Impact

Risk of miscoding due to lack of histologic specificity.

Mitigation Strategy

Require detailed pathology reports before final coding.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Thyroid Carcinoma, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Thyroid Carcinoma

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Thyroid Carcinoma. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Thyroid Cancer Follow-Up

Specialty: Endocrinology

Required Elements

  • Tumor status
  • Thyroglobulin levels
  • Imaging findings
  • Treatment plan

Example Documentation

**Thyroid Cancer Follow-Up Note** - Tumor status: [Stable/Progression] by RECIST 1.1 criteria - Tg levels: [Value] ng/mL (TSH-suppressed/stimulated) - Imaging: [Ultrasound/CT] showing [specific findings] - Treatment plan: [RAI dose] mCi planned for [date]

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Follow-up after thyroid cancer surgery.
Good Documentation Example
Surveillance after hemithyroidectomy for papillary microcarcinoma, awaiting completion thyroidectomy.
Explanation
The good example provides specific details about the type of surgery and the current treatment plan.

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