D00.0
Non-Billable

Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx?

ICD-10-CM D00.0 is the diagnosis code for Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx. This code falls under the section "In situ neoplasms" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D00.0

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D00.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • carcinoma in situ of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, laryngeal aspect (D02.0)
  • carcinoma in situ of epiglottis NOS (D02.0)
  • carcinoma in situ of epiglottis suprahyoid portion (D02.0)
  • carcinoma in situ of skin of lip (D03.0, D04.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D00.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeD00.0 — Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx
Sub-Codes 9 entries
D00.00Carcinoma in situ of oral cavity, unspecified siteBillableD00.01Carcinoma in situ of labial mucosa and vermilion borderBillableD00.02Carcinoma in situ of buccal mucosaBillableD00.03Carcinoma in situ of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridgeBillableD00.04Carcinoma in situ of soft palateBillableD00.05Carcinoma in situ of hard palateBillableD00.06Carcinoma in situ of floor of mouthBillableD00.07Carcinoma in situ of tongueBillableD00.08Carcinoma in situ of pharynxBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is D00.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, D00.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does D00.0 mean?

D00.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D00.0?

The parent code of D00.0 is D00 ("Carcinoma in situ of oral cavity, esophagus and stomach"). D00.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D00.0 in?

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

What are the sub-codes of D00.0?

D00.0 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: D00.00, D00.01, D00.02, D00.03, D00.04 and more.

When should I use D00.0?

Use D00.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx" 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 lip, oral cavity and pharynx?

The ICD-10-CM code for Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx is D00.0.

Can D00.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, D00.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is D00.0 in?

D00.0 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D00.0?

Type 1 Excludes for D00.0 include: carcinoma in situ of aryepiglottic fold or interarytenoid fold, laryngeal aspect (D02.0); carcinoma in situ of epiglottis NOS (D02.0); carcinoma in situ of epiglottis suprahyoid portion (D02.0) and more.

Is D00.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, D00.0 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
D00.0
Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D00-D09 — In situ neoplasms
2026 ICD-10-CM