C48.1 – Malignant neoplasm of specified parts of peritoneum

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of mesothelial and soft tissue

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code C48.1
Code
C48.1 (claims format: C481)
Description
Malignant neoplasm of specified parts of peritoneum
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
C45-C49 Malignant neoplasms of mesothelial and soft tissue
Parent codes
C48

Notes for C48.1

Applicable to:
  • Malignant neoplasm of cul-de-sac
  • Malignant neoplasm of mesentery
  • Malignant neoplasm of mesocolon
  • Malignant neoplasm of omentum
  • Malignant neoplasm of parietal peritoneum
  • Malignant neoplasm of pelvic peritoneum

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

C48 – Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • Kaposi's sarcoma of connective tissue (C46.1)
  • mesothelioma (C45.-)

Related codes in C48

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C48.1?

C48.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of specified parts of peritoneum, in the block C45-C49 (Malignant neoplasms of mesothelial and soft tissue).

Is C48.1 a billable code?

Yes. C48.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does C48.1 belong to?

It belongs to category C48 – Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum.

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.