Is ICD-10-CM code C32 billable?

No, C32 (Malignant neoplasm of larynx) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code C32 belong to?

C32 belongs to Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: C00–D49 (Neoplasms).

C32Non-billable

Malignant neoplasm of larynx

Neoplasms·Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs (C30-C39)·category·FY 2026

Use a more specific code (6 billable)

C32.0Malignant neoplasm of glottis C32.1Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis C32.2Malignant neoplasm of subglottis C32.3Malignant neoplasm of laryngeal cartilage C32.8Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of larynx C32.9Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified

C30-C39 Parent Instructions

Includes

malignant neoplasm of middle ear

Excludes1(Not coded here. Use a different code.)

mesothelioma (C45.-)

Instructional Notes

Use Additional Code

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 Hierarchy

BillableHas subcodes

CH2Neoplasms (C00-D49)

C30-C39Malignant neoplasms of respiratory and intrathoracic organs (C30-C39)

C32Malignant neoplasm of larynxNot billable

C32.0Malignant neoplasm of glottisBillable

C32.1Malignant neoplasm of supraglottisBillable

C32.2Malignant neoplasm of subglottisBillable

C32.3Malignant neoplasm of laryngeal cartilageBillable

C32.8Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of larynxBillable

C32.9Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecifiedBillable

MS-DRG Classification

2026

No direct MS-DRG triggers identified.