CS Tumor Size: Lung

Note: Do not code size of hilar mass unless primary is stated to be in the hilum.

Code Description
000 No mass/tumor found
001-988 001 - 988 millimeters (code exact size in millimeters)
989 989 millimeters or larger
990 Microscopic focus or foci only, no size of focus given
991 Described as less than 1 cm
992 Described as less than 2 cm
993 Described as less than 3 cm
994 Described as less than 4 cm
995 Described as less than 5 cm
996 Malignant cells present in bronchopulmonary secretions, but no tumor seen radiographically or during bronchoscopy; "occult" carcinoma
997 Diffuse (entire lobe)
998 Diffuse (entire lung or NOS)
999 Unknown; size not stated
Not documented in patient record
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