Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

This diagnosis code signifies a cancerous tumor originating in the upper lobe of the right lung or within the right main bronchus. It indicates a primary malignancy, meaning the cancer started in this specific location rather than spreading from another part of the body.

This code is appropriate when documentation confirms a primary malignant neoplasm located in the superior lobe of the right lung or the right main bronchus. Supporting documentation typically includes pathology reports, imaging studies (e.g., CT scan, MRI), and physician notes detailing the tumor's location and malignant nature.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "upper lobe" and "right" lung/bronchus to differentiate from other lung lobes or sides.
• Do not use this code for metastatic cancer to the upper lobe of the right lung; use a secondary malignancy code instead.
• Verify laterality (right vs. left) and lobe (upper, middle, lower) are explicitly stated in the medical record for accurate coding.