ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C26.9
Malignant neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C26.9
- malignant neoplasm of abdominal NOS (C76.2)
- malignant neoplasm of intra-abdominal NOS (C76.2)
- Malignant neoplasm of alimentary canal or tract NOS
- Malignant neoplasm of gastrointestinal tract NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C26.9 (Malignant neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system)
ICD-10-CM code C26.9 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 C26.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C26.9 - Malignant neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system. 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 ill-defined sites within the digestive system.