C14.0 – Malignant neoplasm of pharynx, unspecified

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code C14.0

Code: C14.0 (claims format: C140)
Description: Malignant neoplasm of pharynx, unspecified
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: C14

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

C14 – Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined sites in the lip, oral cavity and pharynx

Excludes1 (not coded here):

malignant neoplasm of oral cavity NOS (C06.9)

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 C14

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C14.0?

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

Is C14.0 a billable code?

Yes. C14.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does C14.0 belong to?

It belongs to category C14 – Malignant neoplasm of other and ill-defined sites in the lip, oral cavity and pharynx.

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.