Billable / Specific Code
ICD-10-CM C07 is the diagnosis code for Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where C07 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
Yes, C07 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
C07 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
C07 is located in Section C00-C14 — "Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Use C07 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland is C07.
Yes, C07 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.
C07 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, C07 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.