Malignant neoplasm of meninges (C70) ICD-10-CM
The C70 code range covers malignant neoplasm of meninges with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the C70 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the C70 range.
Malignant Meningeal Neoplasm
A primary or metastatic malignant tumor occurring in the meninges, which surround the brain and spinal cord. The most common are meningiomas.
About the C70 Code Range
Malignant tumors of the meninges occur in the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. They may begin there or spread there from elsewhere.
C70 separates these tumors by location: C70.0 identifies the cerebral meninges, and C70.1 identifies the spinal meninges. C70.9 does not specify the location within the meninges.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the C70 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the C70 range classify?
The range classifies malignant neoplasm of meninges. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
