C26 – Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined digestive organs

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code C26
Code
C26 (claims format: C26)
Description
Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined digestive organs
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
Block
C15-C26 Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs

Billable codes under C26

C26 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for C26

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • malignant neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (C48.-)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block C15-C26

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • Kaposi's sarcoma of gastrointestinal sites (C46.4)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • gastrointestinal stromal tumors (C49.A-)

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, in the block C15-C26 (Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs).

Is C26 a billable code?

No. C26 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.