ICD-10-CM C15: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for C15

Malignant neoplasm of esophagus

Coding Notes & Guidelines for C15

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

malignant neoplasm of cardio-esophageal junction (C16.0)

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Child Codes (More Specific Codes for C15):

C15.3 - Malignant neoplasm of upper third of esophagus C15.4 - Malignant neoplasm of middle third of esophagus C15.5 - Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus C15.8 - Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of esophagus C15.9 - Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code C15 (Malignant neoplasm of esophagus)

ICD-10-CM code C15 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM C15 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about C15 - Malignant neoplasm of esophagus. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Malignant neoplasm of esophagus.