Billable / Specific Code
ICD-10-CM C55 is the diagnosis code for Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of female genital 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.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where C55 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
Yes, C55 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
C55 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
C55 is located in Section C51-C58 — "Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Use C55 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified is C55.
Yes, C55 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.
C55 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, C55 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.