ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C49.3
Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C49.3
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- malignant neoplasm of breast (C50.-)
- malignant neoplasm of heart (C38.0)
- malignant neoplasm of mediastinum (C38.1-C38.3)
- malignant neoplasm of thymus (C37)
Inclusion Terms
- Malignant neoplasm of axilla
- Malignant neoplasm of diaphragm
- Malignant neoplasm of great vessels
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C49.3 (Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax)
ICD-10-CM code C49.3 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 C49.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C49.3 - Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax. 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 connective and soft tissue of thorax.