ICD-10-CM C05.9: Malignant neoplasm of palate, unspecified

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for C05.9

Malignant neoplasm of palate, unspecified

Coding Notes & Guidelines for C05.9

Inclusion Terms

Malignant neoplasm of roof of mouth

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code C05.9 (Malignant neoplasm of palate)

ICD-10-CM code C05.9 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 C05.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about C05.9 - Malignant neoplasm of palate, unspecified. 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 palate related to unspecified.