C40.3
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of short bones of lower limb
Malignant neoplasm of short bones of lower limb
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- malignant neoplasm of cartilage (articular) (joint)
- malignant neoplasm of periosteum
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code C40.3?
ICD-10-CM code C40.3 represents "Malignant neoplasm of short bones of lower limb". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C40.3 a billable code?
No, C40.3 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under C40.3.
What chapter is C40.3 in?
C40.3 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What codes cannot be used with C40.3?
C40.3 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: malignant neoplasm of bone marrow NOS (C96.9); malignant neoplasm of synovia (C49.-).
What are the subcategories under C40.3?
C40.3 has 3 child codes, including: C40.30 (Malignant neoplasm of short bones of unspecified lower limb), C40.31 (Malignant neoplasm of short bones of right lower limb), C40.32 (Malignant neoplasm of short bones of left lower limb).
Are additional codes required with C40.3?
Yes, when using C40.3 you should also code: code to identify major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C40.3?
C40.3 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0153518. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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