C53 – Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs
ICD-10-CM code
C53
- Code
C53(claims format:C53)- Description
- Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- Block
- C51-C58 Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs
Billable codes under C53
C53 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Notes for C53
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- carcinoma in situ of cervix uteri (D06.-)
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
Block C51-C58
Includes:
- malignant neoplasm of skin of female genital organs
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C53?
C53 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, in the block C51-C58 (Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs).
Is C53 a billable code?
No. C53 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.