C06
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth
Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
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ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth?
The ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth is C06. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth". C06 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code C06 mean?
ICD-10-CM code C06 represents “Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth”. It is classified under Chapter 2: Neoplasms and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C06 a billable code?
No, C06 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 5 child codes under C06.
What chapter is C06 in?
C06 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What are the subcategories under C06?
C06 has 5 child codes, including: C06.0 (Malignant neoplasm of cheek mucosa), C06.1 (Malignant neoplasm of vestibule of mouth), C06.2 (Malignant neoplasm of retromolar area), C06.8 (Malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp parts of mouth), and 1 more.
Are additional codes required with C06?
Yes, when using C06, also report: ; alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-); history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891); tobacco dependence (F17.-); tobacco use (Z72.0).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C06?
C06 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0153372. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does C06 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of mouth affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of C06?
C06 maps to the ICD-11 code: 2B66.Z (Malignant neoplasms of other or unspecified parts of mouth, unspecified).
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