C26

Non-billable

Malignant 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

What this means — in plain language

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Excludes1 — not coded here

  • malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (C48.-)

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs 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 are the subcodes of C26?
C26 has 3 more specific child codes, including C26.0, C26.1, C26.9.
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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