ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C16.9
Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C16.9
Inclusion Terms
Gastric cancer NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C16.9 (Malignant neoplasm of stomach)
ICD-10-CM code C16.9 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 C16.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C16.9 - Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified. 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 stomach related to unspecified.