C47.0
BillableMalignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of head, face and neck
C47.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of head, face and neck. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
C00-D49 Neoplasms
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of orbit (C69.6-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code C47.0?
- C47.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of head, face and neck". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
- Is C47.0 a billable code?
- Yes — C47.0 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from C47.0?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of orbit (C69.6-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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