C46 ICD-10-CM Code: Kaposi's sarcoma
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the April 2026 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
C46Kaposi's sarcoma
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where C46 sits
- 1
Chapter 2
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- 2
Section
Malignant neoplasms of mesothelial and soft tissue (C45-C49)
- 3
Category C46
Kaposi's sarcoma
- 4
Code C46
Kaposi's sarcoma
More specific choices
Codes under C46
C46 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for C46.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for C46.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for C46.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for C46.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for C46.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code C46 mean?
C46 is the April 2026 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Kaposi's sarcoma.”
Is C46 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. C46 has more specific child codes in the April 2026 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is C46 located in ICD-10-CM?
C46 is listed in Chapter 2, Neoplasms (C00-D49), within Malignant neoplasms of mesothelial and soft tissue (C45-C49) (C45–C49), under category C46, Kaposi's sarcoma.
What coding notes are listed for C46?
No inclusion terms are listed for C46 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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