C7A.0
Non-billableMalignant carcinoid tumors
Malignant carcinoid tumors
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- malignant pancreatic islet cell tumors (C25.4)
- Merkel cell carcinoma (C4A.-)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any associated endocrine syndrome, such as:
- carcinoid syndrome (E34.00)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any associated multiple endocrine neoplasia [MEN] syndromes (E31.2-)
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code C7A.0?
ICD-10-CM code C7A.0 represents "Malignant carcinoid tumors". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C7A.0 a billable code?
No, C7A.0 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 C7A.0.
What chapter is C7A.0 in?
C7A.0 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What are the subcategories under C7A.0?
C7A.0 has 4 child codes, including: C7A.00 (Malignant carcinoid tumor of unspecified site), C7A.01 (Malignant carcinoid tumors of the small intestine), C7A.02 (Malig carcinoid tumors of the appendix, lg int, and rectum), C7A.09 (Malignant carcinoid tumors of other sites).
Are additional codes required with C7A.0?
Yes, when using C7A.0 you should also code: code to identify any associated endocrine syndrome, such as:; carcinoid syndrome (E34.00).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C7A.0?
C7A.0 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0391970. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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