Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 154
Malignant neoplasm of rectum rectosigmoid junction and anus
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 5 ICD-9-CM codes below 154 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Clinical Information
  • A primary or metastatic malignant neoplasm that affects the rectosigmoid area. Representative examples include carcinoma, lymphoma, and sarcoma
154 Excludes
  • benign carcinoid tumor of rectum (209.57)
  • malignant carcinoid tumor of rectum (209.17)
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