C22.1
Billable

Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

Billable / Specific Code

What is Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma?

ICD-10-CM C22.1 is the diagnosis code for Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for C22.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Cholangiocarcinoma

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as C22.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • malignant neoplasm of hepatic duct (C24.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C22.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C22.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, C22.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does C22.1 mean?

C22.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of C22.1?

The parent code of C22.1 is C22 ("Malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile ducts"). C22.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is C22.1 in?

C22.1 is located in Section C15-C26 — "Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use C22.1?

Use C22.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma is C22.1.

Can C22.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, C22.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is C22.1 in?

C22.1 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from C22.1?

Type 1 Excludes for C22.1 include: malignant neoplasm of hepatic duct (C24.0).

Is C22.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, C22.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
C22.1
Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C15-C26 — Malignant neoplasms of digestive organs
2026 ICD-10-CM