List of ICD-9 codes 140–239: neoplasms

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List of ICD-9 codes 140–239: neoplasms‏‎ is a comprehensive catalog of the International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision (ICD-9) codes pertaining to neoplasms. These codes are used globally by healthcare professionals to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in conjunction with hospital care.

Overview

The ICD-9 is a system used by healthcare providers to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures associated with hospital care. The codes 140-239 specifically pertain to neoplasms, which are abnormal growths of tissue in the body. These can be benign (non-cancerous), pre-malignant (pre-cancerous), malignant (cancerous), or of uncertain or unknown nature.

Classification

The ICD-9 codes 140-239 are further divided into several categories, each representing a different type of neoplasm. These include:

Usage

These codes are used in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. They are essential for the accurate recording and reporting of neoplasm diagnoses and treatments, and are also used in the analysis of neoplasm trends and statistics.

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