ICD-10 Diagnosis Code C25.9

Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

Diagnosis Code C25.9

ICD-10: C25.9
Short Description: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Long Description: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
This is the 2018 version of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code C25.9

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Code Classification

Neoplasms (C00–D48)
- Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs (C15-C26)
  - Malignant neoplasm of pancreas (C25)

Information for Medical Professionals

Diagnostic Related Groups
The diagnosis code C25.9 is grouped in the following Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG V35.0)

435 - MALIGNANCY OF HEPATOBILIARY SYSTEM OR PANCREAS WITH MCC
436 - MALIGNANCY OF HEPATOBILIARY SYSTEM OR PANCREAS WITH CC
437 - MALIGNANCY OF HEPATOBILIARY SYSTEM OR PANCREAS WITHOUT CC/MCC

Convert to ICD-9

157.9 - Malig neo pancreas NOS

Synonyms

Adenocarcinoma of pancreas
Carcinoma of pancreas
Cyst of pancreas
Cystadenocarcinoma of pancreas
Local recurrence of malignant tumor of pancreas
Malignant cystic tumor of exocrine pancreas
Malignant tumor of exocrine pancreas
Malignant tumor of pancreas
Metastasis from malignant tumor of pancreas
Neoplastic cyst of pancreas
Primary adenocarcinoma of pancreas
Primary malignant neoplasm of pancreas

Table of Neoplasms

The code C25.9 is included in the table of neoplasms by anatomical site. For each site there are six possible code numbers according to whether the neoplasm in question is malignant, benign, in situ, of uncertain behavior, or of unspecified nature. The description of the neoplasm will often indicate which of the six columns is appropriate.

Where such descriptors are not present, the remainder of the Index should be consulted where guidance is given to the appropriate column for each morphological (histological) variety listed. However, the guidance in the Index can be overridden if one of the descriptors mentioned above is present.

The Tabular must be reviewed for the complete diagnosis code.

Neoplasm, neoplastic	Malignant Primary	Malignant Secondary	CaInSitu	Benign	Uncertain Behavior	Unspecified Behavior
»pancreas	C25.9	C78.89	D01.7	D13.6	D37.8	D49.0

Information for Patients

Pancreatic Cancer

The pancreas is a gland behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces the juices that help break down food and the hormones that help control blood sugar levels. Pancreatic cancer usually begins in the cells that produce the juices. Some risk factors for developing pancreatic cancer include

Smoking
Long-term diabetes
Chronic pancreatitis
Certain hereditary disorders

Pancreatic cancer is hard to catch early. It doesn't cause symptoms right away. When you do get symptoms, they are often vague or you may not notice them. They include yellowing of the skin and eyes, pain in the abdomen and back, weight loss and fatigue. Also, because the pancreas is hidden behind other organs, health care providers cannot see or feel the tumors during routine exams. Doctors use a physical exam, blood tests, imaging tests, and a biopsy to diagnose it.

Because it is often found late and it spreads quickly, pancreatic cancer can be hard to treat. Possible treatments include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. Targeted therapy uses substances that attack cancer cells without harming normal cells.

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