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

The ICD-10 code for a history of rectal cancer is Z85.048, used when the patient has completed treatment and there is no evidence of active disease.

When should Z85.048 be used?

Use Z85.048 when documenting a patient's history of rectal cancer after treatment completion and no evidence of disease.

ICD-10 Coding for History of Rectal Cancer(Z85.048, Z85.038, Z85.0)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for history of rectal cancer, including code Z85.048, documentation requirements, and common coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Past Rectal CancerRectal Cancer in Remission

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to History of Rectal Cancer

Z00-Z99Primary Range

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
Z85.048	Personal history of malignant neoplasm of rectum	Use when the patient has completed treatment and there is no evidence of active disease.	Documented 'no evidence of disease' Surveillance imaging shows no recurrence Patient completed curative-intent treatment
Z85.038	Personal history of other malignant neoplasms of large intestine	Use when the cancer was located at the rectosigmoid junction and is no longer active.	Documented history of rectosigmoid junction cancer No active disease

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus

Z85.048Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Malignant neoplasm of rectumC20

Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junctionC19

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting History of Rectal Cancer.

Using Z85.048 for active cancer

Impact

Clinical: Misrepresents patient's current health status., Regulatory: Non-compliance with ICD-10 guidelines., Financial: Potential for claim denial or audit.

Mitigation

Review current treatment status, Ensure documentation reflects 'no evidence of disease'

Confusing rectal cancer with colon or anal cancer

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: May result in non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Affects the accuracy of patient records.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies 'rectal' to avoid misclassification.

Incorrect use of history codes

Impact

Using history codes when cancer is still active.

Mitigation

Regularly update patient records and verify treatment status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with Z85.048.

Primary Code

Z85.048

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus

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ICD-10 Coding for History of Rectal Cancer(Z85.048, Z85.038, Z85.0)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

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

When should Z85.048 be used?

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