Personal history of non-Hodgkin lymphomas

This code indicates that a patient has a past medical history of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) but is currently in remission or has completed treatment and shows no evidence of active disease. It signifies that the patient no longer has active NHL, but the history of the malignancy is relevant for ongoing medical management and risk assessment.

This code is used when documenting a patient's medical history after they have successfully completed treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma and are considered cancer-free or in remission. It is appropriate for follow-up visits, screenings, or for any medical encounter where the patient's past oncological history is pertinent to their current care.

• Do not use this code if the patient has active non-Hodgkin lymphoma; instead, code the specific type of active NHL.
• This code is often used in conjunction with codes for follow-up care or screening for secondary malignancies.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "history of" or "personal history of" and that the patient is not currently undergoing treatment for active disease.