Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 184
Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified female genital organs
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 7 ICD-9-CM codes below 184 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Clinical Information
  • A primary or metastatic malignant tumor involving the vagina. Representative examples include carcinomas and sarcomas
  • Vaginal cancer is a rare type of cancer. It is more common in women 60 and older. You are also more likely to get it if you have a human papillomavirus (hpv) infection or if your mother took diethylstilbestrol (des) when she was pregnant. Doctors prescribed des in the 1950's to prevent miscarriages.it often doesn't have early symptoms. However, see your doctor if you notice
    • bleeding that is not your period
    • a vaginal lump
    • pelvic pain
    a pap test can find abnormal cells that may be cancer. Vaginal cancer can often be cured in its early stages. Treatment might include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. nih: national cancer institute
184 Excludes
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