D01.0
Billable

Carcinoma in situ of colon

Billable / Specific Code

What is Carcinoma in situ of colon?

ICD-10-CM D01.0 is the diagnosis code for Carcinoma in situ of colon. This code falls under the section "In situ neoplasms" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D01.0

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D01.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • carcinoma in situ of rectosigmoid junction (D01.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D01.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D01.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D01.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D01.0 mean?

D01.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Carcinoma in situ of colon". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D01.0?

The parent code of D01.0 is D01 ("Carcinoma in situ of other and unspecified digestive organs"). D01.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D01.0 in?

D01.0 is located in Section D00-D09 — "In situ neoplasms" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D01.0?

Use D01.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Carcinoma in situ of colon" 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 Carcinoma in situ of colon?

The ICD-10-CM code for Carcinoma in situ of colon is D01.0.

Can D01.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D01.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D01.0 in?

D01.0 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D01.0?

Type 1 Excludes for D01.0 include: carcinoma in situ of rectosigmoid junction (D01.1).

Is D01.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, D01.0 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
D01.0
Carcinoma in situ of colon
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D00-D09 — In situ neoplasms
2026 ICD-10-CM