C03

Non-billable

Malignant neoplasm of gum

C03 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of gum. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as C03.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
C00-D49
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

C00-D49 Neoplasms

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Includes

  • malignant neoplasm of alveolar (ridge) mucosa
  • malignant neoplasm of gingiva

Excludes2 — not included here

Use additional code

  • code to identify:
  • alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)
  • history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891)
  • tobacco dependence (F17.-)
  • tobacco use (Z72.0)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C03?
C03 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of gum". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
Is C03 a billable code?
No — C03 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as C03.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of C03?
C03 has 3 more specific child codes, including C03.0, C03.1, C03.9.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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