C06.8
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp parts of mouth
Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites 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.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Chapter
2: NeoplasmsBlock
C00-C14
Parent Code
C06Child Codes
2
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Related Codes(4)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(5)
UMLS
- Malignant Neoplasm of Overlapping Sites of Unspecified Parts of MouthC2833841
- Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of other and unspecified parts of mouthC2833841
- Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of unspecified parts of mouthC2833841
- Malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp parts of mouthC2833841
- Malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of unsp parts of mouthC2833841
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp parts of mouth?
The ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp parts of mouth is C06.8. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of other and unspecified parts of mouth". C06.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code C06.8 mean?
ICD-10-CM code C06.8 represents “Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites 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 C06.8 a billable code?
No, C06.8 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under C06.8.
What chapter is C06.8 in?
C06.8 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What are the subcategories under C06.8?
C06.8 has 2 child codes, including: C06.80 (Malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of unsp parts of mouth), C06.89 (Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of oth prt mouth).
Are additional codes required with C06.8?
Yes, when using C06.8, 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 C06.8?
C06.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2833841. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does C06.8 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like malignant neoplasm of ovrlp sites of and unsp 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 C06.8?
C06.8 maps to the ICD-11 code: 2B66.Z (Malignant neoplasms of other or unspecified parts of mouth, unspecified).
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