C96.4
Billable

Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)?

ICD-10-CM C96.4 is the diagnosis code for Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells). 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

Coding Guidelines for C96.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Follicular dendritic cell sarcoma
  • Interdigitating dendritic cell sarcoma
  • Langerhans cell sarcoma

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C96.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C96.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, C96.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does C96.4 mean?

C96.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of C96.4?

The parent code of C96.4 is C96 ("Other and unspecified malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue"). C96.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is C96.4 in?

C96.4 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 C96.4?

Use C96.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)" 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 Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells) is C96.4.

Can C96.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, C96.4 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is C96.4 in?

C96.4 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is C96.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, C96.4 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
C96.4
Sarcoma of dendritic cells (accessory cells)
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C81-C96 — Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM