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D00.08

Billable

Carcinoma in situ of pharynx

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Abnormal cells in the pharynx (throat) that have the potential to become cancer but are not yet invasive.

Coding Tips

  • •The pharynx includes the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx
  • •Clarify the specific pharyngeal region if documented to ensure this is the appropriate code

Code Hierarchy

└D00Carcinoma in situ of oral cavity, esophagus and stomach└D00.0Carcinoma in situ of lip, oral cavity and pharynx└D00.08Carcinoma in situ of pharynx
└D00.08Carcinoma in situ of pharynx

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