ICD-10 Code C67.2 – Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code C67.2 – Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder
What it is
This code identifies a malignant tumor arising in the lateral wall of the urinary bladder. Use it when documentation specifies that exact bladder location.
Clinical signs
Clinical features may include hematuria, urinary frequency, urgency, or dysuria. Diagnosis is usually supported by imaging, cystoscopy, and pathology; clinical features vary, so refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use C67.2 when the provider documents primary bladder cancer in the lateral wall. It also applies when pathology or operative notes clearly localize the malignancy to that bladder site. If the record says only “bladder cancer” without a location, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for benign bladder lesions, metastatic disease to the bladder, or tumors in a different bladder site. If the exact location is not confirmed, do not assume C67.2.
Coding tip
Verify the anatomic site in pathology, operative, or oncology notes before assigning C67.2.