C26
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined digestive organs
C26 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined digestive organs. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as C26.0 for billing.
- Status
- Header (non-billable)
- Chapter
- C00-D49
- Subcodes
- 3
- Edition
- FY2026
C00-D49 Neoplasms
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (C48.-)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labelingDrugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code C26?
- C26 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined digestive organs". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
- Is C26 a billable code?
- No — C26 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as C26.0) for billing.
- What is excluded from C26?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (C48.-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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