Other Hodgkin lymphoma, spleen

This code signifies a diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma that does not fit into the classic or nodular lymphocyte-predominant subtypes, specifically when the disease is localized to or involves the spleen. It indicates a less common or unclassified form of Hodgkin lymphoma affecting this particular organ.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states "other Hodgkin lymphoma" with splenic involvement, or when a specific subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma (e.g., lymphocyte-rich, mixed cellularity, lymphocyte-depleted) is identified and the spleen is the primary or sole site of involvement. This code is appropriate when the pathologist's report confirms Hodgkin lymphoma in splenic tissue, but the specific subtype is not otherwise classifiable or falls under the "other" category.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other Hodgkin lymphoma" and confirms splenic involvement.
• Do not use this code if a more specific subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma (e.g., classic, nodular lymphocyte-predominant) is identified, even if the spleen is involved.
• Consider additional codes for any associated symptoms or complications related to the splenic involvement, such as splenomegaly (R16.1).