C49.2

Non-billable

Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of lower limb, including hip

C49.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of lower limb, including hip. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as C49.20 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
C00-D49
Parent
C49
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

C00-D49 Neoplasms

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C49.2?
C49.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of lower limb, including hip". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
Is C49.2 a billable code?
No — C49.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as C49.20) for billing.
What are the subcodes of C49.2?
C49.2 has 3 more specific child codes, including C49.20, C49.21, C49.22.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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