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NHSD Haematological Cancers codelist ICD-10 confusing syntax
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Description
The haematological malignancies codelist for eligibility for MABS/antivirals (in the haematological cancers code set under ID 1 here) contains unclear syntax for ICD-10 codes. From the first line in the table I would add every code between C81 and C96, but the specificity of the second line makes me think that the codes in C94 which come before C947 (ie. C941, C942, C943 etc). shouldn't be included.
It looks like the codes in C94 are all relating to leukaemias, so not sure why they would be excluded (screenshot of ICD-10 chapter below). Any clinical input would be helpful on how to proceed with inclusion could be great
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Start by reviewing the linked NHS specification and the haematological cancers codelist, then compare the ICD-10 syntax with the referenced chapter. Seek clinical input on whether the C94 codes before C947 should be included; the work is done when the inclusion rule and codelist entries are confirmed.
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