C08.0 – Malignant neoplasm of submandibular gland

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code C08.0
Code
C08.0 (claims format: C080)
Description
Malignant neoplasm of submandibular gland
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
Block
C00-C14 Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx
Parent codes
C08

Notes for C08.0

Applicable to:
  • Malignant neoplasm of submaxillary gland

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

C08 – Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified major salivary glands

Includes:
  • malignant neoplasm of salivary ducts
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • malignant neoplasms of specified minor salivary glands which are classified according to their anatomical location
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • malignant neoplasms of minor salivary glands NOS (C06.9)
  • malignant neoplasm of parotid gland (C07)
Use additional code:
  • code to identify:
  • alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)
  • exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22)
  • exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81)
  • history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891)
  • occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31)
  • tobacco dependence (F17.-)
  • tobacco use (Z72.0)

Related codes in C08

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C08.0?

C08.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of submandibular gland, in the block C00-C14 (Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx).

Is C08.0 a billable code?

Yes. C08.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does C08.0 belong to?

It belongs to category C08 – Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified major salivary glands.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.