Basic ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding - Ahima Press

The primary site is the small cell carcinoma of the right lower lobe of the lung. The intrathoracic lymph nodes, brain, and rib are secondary sites. Index the term Carcinoma because the histological term is documented. This refers you to the Neoplasm Table, by site, malignant. It is correct to list each metastatic site. ................
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