C34.1
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung
Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Chapter
2: NeoplasmsBlock
C30-C39
Parent Code
C34Child Codes
3
ICD-11 Mapping
1 equivalentCoding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- malignant neoplasm of middle ear
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- •mesotheliomaC45
- •Kaposi's sarcoma of lungC46.5
- malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung (C7A.090)
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Additional codes that should follow this code
Child Codes (3)
Related Codes(5)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung?
The ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung is C34.1. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung". C34.1 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code C34.1 mean?
ICD-10-CM code C34.1 represents “Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung”. It is classified under Chapter 2: Neoplasms and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C34.1 a billable code?
No, C34.1 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under C34.1.
What chapter is C34.1 in?
C34.1 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What codes cannot be used with C34.1?
C34.1 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: mesothelioma (C45.-); Kaposi's sarcoma of lung (C46.5-); malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung (C7A.090).
What are the subcategories under C34.1?
C34.1 has 3 child codes, including: C34.10 (Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, unsp bronchus or lung), C34.11 (Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung), C34.12 (Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung).
Are additional codes required with C34.1?
Yes, when using C34.1, also report: ; exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22); exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81); history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891); occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31); tobacco dependence (F17.-); tobacco use (Z72.0).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C34.1?
C34.1 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0024624. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does C34.1 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, bronchus or lung affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of C34.1?
C34.1 maps to the ICD-11 code: 2C25.Z (Malignant neoplasms of bronchus or lung, unspecified).
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