2025 ICD-10-CM code C62
(Valid) Effective Date: N/A Neoplasms - Malignant neoplasms of male genital organs 2: Neoplasms Feed
Malignant neoplasm of testis. Use additional code to identify any functional activity.
Medical necessity for diagnostic and treatment procedures related to testicular cancer is determined by the presence of signs, symptoms, or abnormal findings suggestive of malignancy.Further investigation and treatment are necessary to confirm the diagnosis, stage the disease, and prevent further complications or spread of the cancer.
Clinicians should consider patient history, symptoms, and physical examination. Diagnostic tests include tumor marker lab tests, cystoscopy, proctoscopy, ultrasound, biopsy of the tumor, lymph node biopsy and imaging such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and PET scans are used to stage the malignancy.
In simple words: Testicular cancer is a type of cancer that develops in one or both testicles.It's most common in men between 15 and 35 years old.Common signs include a painless lump or swelling in the testicle, but some men may experience pain or discomfort.It's important to see a doctor if you notice any changes in your testicles.
Malignant neoplasm of a testis refers to a common form of cancer in or on a testis (pl. testes, the male gonad or sex gland located at the base of the penis that produces sperm cells and some male hormones, also called testicle). The cause is unknown, but risk factors include undescended testis in some cases; other risk factors include smoking, previous human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, congenital abnormalities such as Down syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome, and genetic predisposition.
Example 1: A 25-year-old male presents with a painless lump in his right testicle. Following examination and imaging, a diagnosis of seminoma is confirmed., A 30-year-old male experiences testicular pain and swelling. After diagnostic tests, he is diagnosed with a non-seminoma germ cell tumor., A 60-year-old male discovers a testicular mass during a self-exam.Biopsy and imaging reveal a Leydig cell tumor.
Documentation should include morphology, anatomy, localization/laterality, and any contributing factors. Detailed clinical findings, diagnostic test results (including imaging and pathology reports), treatment plan, and follow-up care should also be documented.
- Specialties:Urology, Oncology
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital