ICD-10-CM C03: Malignant neoplasm of gum

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for C03

Malignant neoplasm of gum

Coding Notes & Guidelines for C03

Includes Notes
  • malignant neoplasm of alveolar (ridge) mucosa
  • malignant neoplasm of gingiva
Excludes2: Not Included Here

malignant odontogenic neoplasms (C41.0-C41.1)

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for C03):

About ICD-10-CM Code C03 (Malignant neoplasm of gum)

ICD-10-CM code C03 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 C03 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about C03 - Malignant neoplasm of gum. 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 gum.