ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C02.0
Malignant neoplasm of dorsal surface of tongue
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C02.0
malignant neoplasm of dorsal surface of base of tongue (C01)
Malignant neoplasm of anterior two-thirds of tongue, dorsal surface
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C02.0 (Malignant neoplasm of dorsal surface of tongue)
ICD-10-CM code C02.0 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 C02.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C02.0 - Malignant neoplasm of dorsal surface of tongue. 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 dorsal surface of tongue.