C32.3 – Malignant neoplasm of laryngeal cartilage
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs
ICD-10-CM code
C32.3
- Code
C32.3(claims format:C323)- Description
- Malignant neoplasm of laryngeal cartilage
- 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
- C30-C39 Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs
- Parent codes
- C32
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
C32 – Malignant neoplasm of larynx
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)
Block C30-C39
Includes:
- malignant neoplasm of middle ear
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- mesothelioma (C45.-)
Related codes in C32
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C32.3?
C32.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of laryngeal cartilage, in the block C30-C39 (Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs).
Is C32.3 a billable code?
Yes. C32.3 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does C32.3 belong to?
It belongs to category C32 – Malignant neoplasm of larynx.
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.