Rectal Cancer ICD-10-CM Codes

Healthcare professionals use ICD codes for rectal cancer to document diagnoses, guide treatment plans, and ensure accurate billing and insurance reimbursement. The code selected should match the tumor’s location, whether it's in the rectum, rectosigmoid junction, or a metastatic site.

ICD-10 codes do not specify cancer stages directly, but stage information is typically documented separately using TNM classification systems or cancer staging guidelines. ICD codes focus on the anatomical site and malignancy type rather than disease progression.

Yes, ICD codes are used globally as part of the World Health Organization’s international classification system for diseases. However, countries may have their own adaptations (like ICD-10-CM in the U.S.) for clinical detail and billing standards.