D02.0
Billable

Carcinoma in situ of larynx

Billable / Specific Code

What is Carcinoma in situ of larynx?

ICD-10-CM D02.0 is the diagnosis code for Carcinoma in situ of larynx. This code falls under the section "In situ neoplasms" 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D02.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Carcinoma in situ of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, laryngeal aspect
  • Carcinoma in situ of epiglottis (suprahyoid portion)

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D02.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • carcinoma in situ of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold NOS (D00.08)
  • carcinoma in situ of hypopharyngeal aspect (D00.08)
  • carcinoma in situ of marginal zone (D00.08)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D02.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeD02.0 — Carcinoma in situ of larynx
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D02.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D02.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D02.0 mean?

D02.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Carcinoma in situ of larynx". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D02.0?

The parent code of D02.0 is D02 ("Carcinoma in situ of middle ear and respiratory system"). D02.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D02.0 in?

D02.0 is located in Section D00-D09 — "In situ neoplasms" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D02.0?

Use D02.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Carcinoma in situ of larynx" 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 Carcinoma in situ of larynx?

The ICD-10-CM code for Carcinoma in situ of larynx is D02.0.

Can D02.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D02.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D02.0 in?

D02.0 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D02.0?

Type 1 Excludes for D02.0 include: carcinoma in situ of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold NOS (D00.08); carcinoma in situ of hypopharyngeal aspect (D00.08); carcinoma in situ of marginal zone (D00.08).

Is D02.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, D02.0 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
D02.0
Carcinoma in situ of larynx
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D00-D09 — In situ neoplasms
2026 ICD-10-CM