C83.390
Billable

Primary central nervous system lymphoma

Billable / Specific Code

What is Primary central nervous system lymphoma?

ICD-10-CM C83.390 is the diagnosis code for Primary central nervous system lymphoma. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue" 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 C83.390

✅ This Code Includes

  • PCNSL of brain
  • PCNSL of meninges
  • PCNSL of spinal cord
  • PCNSL NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as C83.390. They are mutually exclusive:

  • Primary central nervous system lymphoma, Burkitt (C83.79)
  • Primary central nervous system lymphoma, lymphoblastic (C83.59)
  • Primary central nervous system lymphoma, other (C83.89)
  • Primary central nervous system lymphoma, peripheral T-cell (C84.49)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C83.390 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C83.390 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, C83.390 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does C83.390 mean?

C83.390 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Primary central nervous system lymphoma". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of C83.390?

The parent code of C83.390 is C83.39 ("Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites"). C83.390 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is C83.390 in?

C83.390 is located in Section C81-C96 — "Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use C83.390?

Use C83.390 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Primary central nervous system lymphoma" 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 Primary central nervous system lymphoma?

The ICD-10-CM code for Primary central nervous system lymphoma is C83.390.

Can C83.390 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, C83.390 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is C83.390 in?

C83.390 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from C83.390?

Type 1 Excludes for C83.390 include: Primary central nervous system lymphoma, Burkitt (C83.79); Primary central nervous system lymphoma, lymphoblastic (C83.59); Primary central nervous system lymphoma, other (C83.89) and more.

Is C83.390 valid for 2026?

Yes, C83.390 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousC83.39Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sitesNext →C83.398Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma of other extranodal and solid organ sites
Code Details
C83.390
Primary central nervous system lymphoma
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C81-C96 — Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM