ICD-10 Coding for History of Multiple Myeloma(C90.01, C90.0, C90.00)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for history of multiple myeloma, including when to use C90.01 for remission and Z85.79 for resolved cases.

Also known as:
Past Multiple MyelomaResolved Multiple Myelomapersonal history multiple myeloma
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to History of Multiple Myeloma

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
C90.01Multiple myeloma in remission
Z85.79Personal history of other malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Multiple myeloma not in remissionC90.00

Use when the disease is active and not in remission.

Multiple myeloma in relapseC90.02

Use when the disease has relapsed after remission.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting History of Multiple Myeloma.

Vague documentation of myeloma status.

Impact

Clinical: Misinterpretation of patient's current health status., Regulatory: Potential audit issues., Financial: Incorrect billing and reimbursement.

Mitigation

Regular training on documentation standards.

Using Z85.79 for patients in remission.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment leading to lower reimbursement., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records affecting treatment decisions.

Mitigation

Use C90.01 for remission cases.

Remission Coding

Impact

Incorrect use of history codes for remission cases.

Mitigation

Regular audits and coder education.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with C90.01.