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C14.8

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Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx

Neoplasms (C00-D49)

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Also Known As

Primary malignant neoplasm of two or more contiguous sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx

❌ Excludes1

direct

These codes are mutually exclusive. Never code them together.

  • • 'book leaf' neoplasm [ventral surface of tongue and floor of mouth] (C06.89)

❌ Excludes1

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.

C14
  • • malignant neoplasm of oral cavity NOS (C06.9)

📋 Code Instructions

inherited
C14
  • • 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)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code C14.8 represents malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx. This code falls under the Neoplasms (C00-D49) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.

This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that C14.8 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code C14.8?

ICD-10-CM code C14.8 is "Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx". It belongs to the category: Neoplasms (C00-D49).

Is C14.8 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, C14.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What codes are excluded with C14.8?

C14.8 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

Related Codes in C14

Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:

C14.0Malignant neoplasm of pharynx, unspecifiedC14.2Malignant neoplasm of Waldeyer's ring

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Code Information

CodeC14.8
BillableYes
ParentC14
CategoryNeoplasms (C00-D49)
Excludes12 rule(s)
Excludes20 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)