C7A.1
Billable

Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors

Billable / Specific Code

What is Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors?

ICD-10-CM C7A.1 is the diagnosis code for Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors. This code falls under the section "Malignant neuroendocrine tumors" 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 C7A.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumor NOS
  • Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine carcinoma, any site
  • High grade neuroendocrine carcinoma, any site

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C7A.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeC7A.1 — Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C7A.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, C7A.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does C7A.1 mean?

C7A.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of C7A.1?

The parent code of C7A.1 is C7A ("Malignant neuroendocrine tumors"). C7A.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is C7A.1 in?

C7A.1 is located in Section C7A — "Malignant neuroendocrine tumors" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use C7A.1?

Use C7A.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors" 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 Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors?

The ICD-10-CM code for Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors is C7A.1.

Can C7A.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, C7A.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is C7A.1 in?

C7A.1 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is C7A.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, C7A.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
C7A.1
Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C7A — Malignant neuroendocrine tumors
2026 ICD-10-CM