Personal history of malignant neoplasm of esophagus

This code indicates that a patient has a past medical history of esophageal cancer that has been successfully treated and is currently in remission. It signifies that the malignancy is no longer active but remains a significant factor in the patient's overall health management. This history can influence future screening, surveillance, and treatment decisions for other conditions.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who has completed treatment for esophageal cancer and shows no evidence of current disease. It is appropriate for routine surveillance visits, or when the patient is being treated for unrelated conditions but their history of esophageal cancer is relevant to their overall care plan. Do not use this code if the patient has active esophageal malignancy.

• Always ensure the patient's medical record clearly states that the esophageal malignancy is no longer active.
• This code is a "history of" code, meaning it describes a past condition, not a current one.
• Do not use this code if there is any evidence of recurrence, metastasis, or active primary esophageal cancer; instead, code the active malignancy.