C32.1
Billable

Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis?

ICD-10-CM C32.1 is the diagnosis code for Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs" 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for C32.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Malignant neoplasm of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, laryngeal aspect
  • Malignant neoplasm of epiglottis (suprahyoid portion) NOS
  • Malignant neoplasm of extrinsic larynx
  • Malignant neoplasm of false vocal cord
  • Malignant neoplasm of posterior (laryngeal) surface of epiglottis
  • Malignant neoplasm of ventricular bands

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in C32.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • malignant neoplasm of anterior surface of epiglottis (C10.1)
  • malignant neoplasm of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, hypopharyngeal aspect (C13.1)
  • malignant neoplasm of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, marginal zone (C13.1)
  • malignant neoplasm of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold NOS (C13.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C32.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C32.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, C32.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does C32.1 mean?

C32.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of C32.1?

The parent code of C32.1 is C32 ("Malignant neoplasm of larynx"). C32.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is C32.1 in?

C32.1 is located in Section C30-C39 — "Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use C32.1?

Use C32.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis is C32.1.

Can C32.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, C32.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is C32.1 in?

C32.1 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is C32.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, C32.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
C32.1
Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C30-C39 — Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs
2026 ICD-10-CM