icd 10 cm code for cancer tongue

by Prof. Micah Durgan PhD 7 min read

Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
C02. 9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM C02. 9 became effective on October 1, 2021.

Is tongue cancer a 'bad' cancer?

Tongue cancer is a serious and potentially deadly form of oral cancer. Tongue cancer or mouth cancer may start on the floor of the mouth, in the cells of the tongue, in the throat (at the base of the tongue) or anywhere in the mouth. The different types of tongue cancer may include. The most common type of tongue cancer is squamous cell carcinoma.More than 90 percent of mouth cancers are ...

What are the early signs of tongue cancer?

  • A sore on the lip or in the mouth that doesn't heal
  • Pain in the mouth that doesn’t go away
  • A lump or thickening in the lips, mouth, or cheek
  • A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, tonsil, or lining of the mouth
  • A sore throat or a feeling that something is caught in your throat that doesn’t go away
  • Trouble chewing or swallowing

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What is the diagnosis code for tongue cancer?

Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified

  • Cancer of the of tongue
  • Cancer of the tongue, squamous cell
  • Primary malignant neoplasm of tongue
  • Squamous cell carcinoma of tongue

Can chewing your tongue cause tongue cancer?

While anyone can develop tongue cancer, certain factors are known to increase the risk, such as: Tobacco use of any kind, such as smoking cigarettes or cigars, chewing tobacco or inhaling snuff Lip exposure to natural or artificial sources of ultraviolet (UV) light, such as the sun and tanning beds

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What is ICD-10 squamous cell carcinoma base of tongue?

C01 - Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue | ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for squamous cell carcinoma?

ICD-10-CM Code for Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified C44. 92.

What is the ICD-10 code for oropharyngeal carcinoma?

C10. 9 - Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified. ICD-10-CM.

What code is R06 09?

ICD-10 code R06. 09 for Other forms of dyspnea is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .

What is squamous cell carcinoma?

Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is a common form of skin cancer that develops in the squamous cells that make up the middle and outer layers of the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is usually not life-threatening, though it can be aggressive.

Are all cancers carcinomas?

Not all cancers are carcinoma. Other types of cancer that aren't carcinomas invade the body in different ways. Those cancers begin in other types of tissue, such as: Bone.

What is your oropharyngeal?

Your oropharynx includes the back part of your tongue (base of tongue), your tonsils, your soft palate (back part of the roof of your mouth), and the sides and walls of your throat. Your oropharynx makes saliva, keeps your mouth and throat moist and starts to help digest the food you eat.

What is the ICD-10 code for oropharyngeal dysphagia?

ICD-10 | Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase (R13. 12)

What is the ICD-10 code for squamous cell carcinoma of cheek?

32 for Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other and unspecified parts of face is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Malignant neoplasms .

What is R53 83?

ICD-9 Code Transition: 780.79 Code R53. 83 is the diagnosis code used for Other Fatigue. It is a condition marked by drowsiness and an unusual lack of energy and mental alertness. It can be caused by many things, including illness, injury, or drugs.

What is DX R05?

R05.1 Acute cough.

What is the ICD-10 diagnosis code for DOE?

09: Other forms of dyspnea.

What is the code for a primary malignant neoplasm?

A primary malignant neoplasm that overlaps two or more contiguous (next to each other) sites should be classified to the subcategory/code .8 ('overlapping lesion'), unless the combination is specifically indexed elsewhere.

What is a type 2 exclude note?

A type 2 excludes note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition it is excluded from but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When a type 2 excludes note appears under a code it is acceptable to use both the code ( C02.0) and the excluded code together.

What is the F10 code?

alcohol abuse and dependence ( F10.-) tobacco dependence ( F17.-) All neoplasms are classified in this chapter, whether they are functionally active or not. An additional code from Chapter 4 may be used, to identify functional activity associated with any neoplasm.

What chapter is neoplasms classified in?

All neoplasms are classified in this chapter, whether they are functionally active or not. An additional code from Chapter 4 may be used, to identify functional activity associated with any neoplasm. Morphology [Histology] Chapter 2 classifies neoplasms primarily by site (topography), with broad groupings for behavior, malignant, in situ, benign, ...

What are the symptoms of cancer?

possible signs and symptoms include: a new lump, abnormal bleeding, a prolonged cough, unexplained weight loss, and a change in bowel movements, among others. while these symptoms may indicate cancer they may also occur due to other issues. there are over 100 different known cancers that affect humans.

What does type 2 exclude mean?

Type-2 Excludes means the excluded conditions are different, although they may appear similar. A patient may have both conditions, but one does not include the other. Excludes 2 means "not coded here.". Malignant neoplasm of dorsal surface of base of tongue - instead, use Code C01.

The ICD code C02 is used to code Simple Cancer

cancer, also known as a malignant tumor or malignant neoplasm, is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. not all tumors are cancerous; benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body.

MS-DRG Mapping

DRG Group #011-013 - Tracheostomy for face, mouth and neck diagnoses with MCC.

ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index References for 'C02.9 - Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified'

The ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code C02.9. Click on any term below to browse the neoplasms index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 141.9 was previously used, C02.9 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.

The ICD code C02 is used to code Simple Cancer

cancer, also known as a malignant tumor or malignant neoplasm, is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. not all tumors are cancerous; benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body.

Coding Notes for C02.2 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive.

MS-DRG Mapping

DRG Group #011-013 - Tracheostomy for face, mouth and neck diagnoses with MCC.

ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index References for 'C02.2 - Malignant neoplasm of ventral surface of tongue'

The ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code C02.2. Click on any term below to browse the neoplasms index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 141.3 was previously used, C02.2 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.

The ICD code C01 is used to code Simple Cancer

cancer, also known as a malignant tumor or malignant neoplasm, is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. not all tumors are cancerous; benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body.

Coding Notes for C01 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive.

MS-DRG Mapping

DRG Group #011-013 - Tracheostomy for face, mouth and neck diagnoses with MCC.

ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index References for 'C01 - Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue'

The ICD-10-CM Neoplasms Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code C01. Click on any term below to browse the neoplasms index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 141.0 was previously used, C01 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.

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