C03

Non-billable

Malignant neoplasm of gum

Malignant neoplasm of gum

This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

C00-C14

Child Codes

3

Coding Notes

Includes

Conditions included under this code

  • malignant neoplasm of alveolar (ridge) mucosa
  • malignant neoplasm of gingiva

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

Use Additional Code

Additional codes that should follow this code

  • code to identify:
  • alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)
  • history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891)
  • tobacco dependence (F17.-)
  • tobacco use (Z72.0)

Child Codes (3)

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code C03?

ICD-10-CM code C03 represents "Malignant neoplasm of gum". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

Is C03 a billable code?

No, C03 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under C03.

What chapter is C03 in?

C03 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).

What are the subcategories under C03?

C03 has 3 child codes, including: C03.0 (Malignant neoplasm of upper gum), C03.1 (Malignant neoplasm of lower gum), C03.9 (Malignant neoplasm of gum, unspecified).

Are additional codes required with C03?

Yes, when using C03 you should also code: code to identify:; alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-); history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891); tobacco dependence (F17.-); tobacco use (Z72.0).

What are the UMLS CUIs for C03?

C03 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C0153364, C3647198. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

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