ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C72.9
Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, unspecified
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C72.9
Inclusion Terms
- Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of central nervous system
- Malignant neoplasm of nervous system NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C72.9 (Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system)
ICD-10-CM code C72.9 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 C72.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C72.9 - Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, 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 central nervous system related to unspecified.