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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Head and Neck Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for Head and Neck Cancer

C01
C09.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for head and neck cancer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
H&N Cancer
Head/Neck Malignancy
hnc
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Head and Neck Cancer

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Head and Neck Cancer

Use ICD-10 code C01 for malignant neoplasm of base of tongue, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue

Billable Code
C01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed squamous cell carcinoma at the base of the tongue

Applicable To

  • • Squamous cell carcinoma of base of tongue

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact location and histological type of the tumor.

Malignant neoplasm of tonsil

Billable Code
C09.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histological confirmation of malignancy
  • • Imaging showing tonsillar mass

Applicable To

  • • Squamous cell carcinoma of tonsil

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented if applicable.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z51.11

Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

Use when the patient is receiving chemotherapy as part of cancer treatment.

Z51.0

Encounter for radiotherapy

Use when the patient is receiving radiotherapy as part of cancer treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for head and neck cancer?

The ICD-10 code for head and neck cancer varies by specific site, such as C01 for base of tongue and C09.0 for tonsil. Accurate site documentation is essential.

How do you code a head and neck cancer with unknown primary?

Use C76.0 for head and neck cancer with an unknown primary site, ensuring documentation supports this classification.

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