C72.1 – Malignant neoplasm of cauda equina
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of eye, brain and other parts of central nervous system
- Code
C72.1(claims format:C721)- Description
- Malignant neoplasm of cauda equina
- 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
- C69-C72 Malignant neoplasms of eye, brain and other parts of central nervous system
- Parent codes
- C72
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
C72 – Malignant neoplasm of spinal cord, cranial nerves and other parts of central nervous system
Related codes in C72
- C72.0 – Malignant neoplasm of spinal cordBillable
- C72.2 – Malignant neoplasm of olfactory nerveHeader
- C72.3 – Malignant neoplasm of optic nerveHeader
- C72.4 – Malignant neoplasm of acoustic nerveHeader
- C72.5 – Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified cranial nervesHeader
- C72.9 – Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, unspecifiedBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C72.1?
C72.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of cauda equina, in the block C69-C72 (Malignant neoplasms of eye, brain and other parts of central nervous system).
Is C72.1 a billable code?
Yes. C72.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does C72.1 belong to?
It belongs to category C72 – Malignant neoplasm of spinal cord, cranial nerves and other parts of central nervous system.
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.