neuroendocrine carcinoid tumor

BrendaBrenda
edited May 2017 in Home Care Coding General
Is d3a.8 the correct code for neuroendocrine carcinoid tumor?

Brenda Hoss
Coder

Comments

  • SusanWinokurSusanWinokur
    edited May 2017
    That is the code for a benign neuroendocrine tumor of unspecified location. What is the full diagnostic statement you are trying to code?

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  • BrendaBrenda
    edited May 2017
    That is the only thing stated on path report. I've asked for more specific information, but nothing. Physician states, carcinoid tumor


    Brenda Hoss
    Coder
  • SusanWinokurSusanWinokur
    edited May 2017
    Without further definition, I would use the code you found.

    Susan Winokur, HCS-D, BCHH-C | Family Healthcare Services
    Part of OptumCare
    Senior Medical Coder, Home Health and Hospice

    8655 South Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89123 USA
    T +1 702-838-0644
    Susan.Winokur@optum.com
    smalv.com
  • Unknown
    edited May 2017
    The general category is in C7A.--
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