C38.2 – Malignant neoplasm of posterior mediastinum
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs
ICD-10-CM code
C38.2
- Code
C38.2(claims format:C382)- Description
- Malignant neoplasm of posterior mediastinum
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- Block
- C30-C39 Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs
- Parent codes
- C38
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
C38 – Malignant neoplasm of heart, mediastinum and pleura
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- mesothelioma (C45.-)
Block C30-C39
Includes:
- malignant neoplasm of middle ear
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- mesothelioma (C45.-)
Related codes in C38
- C38.0 – Malignant neoplasm of heartBillable
- C38.1 – Malignant neoplasm of anterior mediastinumBillable
- C38.3 – Malignant neoplasm of mediastinum, part unspecifiedBillable
- C38.4 – Malignant neoplasm of pleuraBillable
- C38.8 – Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of heart, mediastinum and pleuraBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C38.2?
C38.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of posterior mediastinum, in the block C30-C39 (Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs).
Is C38.2 a billable code?
Yes. C38.2 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does C38.2 belong to?
It belongs to category C38 – Malignant neoplasm of heart, mediastinum and pleura.
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.