C48
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
UMLS
- Malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneumC0153464
- Malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (disorder)C0153464
- Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneumC0153464
- Malignant tumor of peritoneum and retroperitoneumC0153464
- Malignant tumour of peritoneum and retroperitoneumC0153464
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code C48?
ICD-10-CM code C48 represents "Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C48 a billable code?
No, C48 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under C48.
What chapter is C48 in?
C48 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What codes cannot be used with C48?
C48 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Kaposi's sarcoma of connective tissue (C46.1); mesothelioma (C45.-).
What are the subcategories under C48?
C48 has 4 child codes, including: C48.0 (Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum), C48.1 (Malignant neoplasm of specified parts of peritoneum), C48.2 (Malignant neoplasm of peritoneum, unspecified), C48.8 (Malig neoplasm of ovrlp sites of retroperiton and peritoneum).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C48?
C48 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0153464. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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