C50.62
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Malignant neoplasm of axillary tail of breast, male
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • skin of breast (C44.501, C44.511, C44.521, C44.591)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • code to identify estrogen, and other hormones and factors receptor status (Z17.-)
Child Codes (3)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code C50.62 represents malignant neoplasm of axillary tail of breast, male. This code falls under the Neoplasms (C00-D49) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. There are 3 more specific child codes under C50.62. Coders should note that C50.62 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code C50.62?
ICD-10-CM code C50.62 is "Malignant neoplasm of axillary tail of breast, male". It belongs to the category: Neoplasms (C00-D49).
Is C50.62 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, C50.62 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
What codes are excluded with C50.62?
C50.62 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in C50.6
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)