ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C00.0
Malignant neoplasm of external upper lip
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C00.0
Inclusion Terms
- Malignant neoplasm of lipstick area of upper lip
- Malignant neoplasm of upper lip NOS
- Malignant neoplasm of vermilion border of upper lip
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C00.0 (Malignant neoplasm of external upper lip)
ICD-10-CM code C00.0 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM C00.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C00.0 - Malignant neoplasm of external upper lip. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Malignant neoplasm of external upper lip.