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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Throat Cancer

ICD-10 Coding for Throat Cancer

C10.9
C32.0

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

Also Known as:
Laryngeal Cancer
Pharyngeal Cancer
Oropharyngeal Cancer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Throat Cancer

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Throat Cancer

Use ICD-10 code C10.9 for malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

Billable Code
C10.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed oropharyngeal malignancy via biopsy

Applicable To

  • • Oropharyngeal cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies HPV status if applicable.

Malignant neoplasm of glottis

Billable Code
C32.0
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Glottic cancer

Important Notes

  • • Document laterality and specific site within the larynx.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.29

Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of respiratory and intrathoracic organs

Use for patients with a history of throat cancer post-treatment.

Z87.891

Personal history of nicotine dependence

Use if there is a documented history of tobacco use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for throat cancer?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified throat cancer is C10.9 for oropharyngeal cancer and C32.9 for laryngeal cancer.

How do you code HPV-positive throat cancer?

For HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer, use C10.9 with an additional code B97.35 to indicate HPV involvement.

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