C78.32
✓ Billable
Secondary malignant neoplasm of pharynx
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Neoplasms
Code
C78.32
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Neoplasms
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes
From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Excludes1 — never code together
- secondary carcinoid tumors of liver (C7B.02)
- secondary carcinoid tumors of peritoneum (C7B.04)
Excludes2 — not included here, but may code together
- lymph node metastases (C77.0)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C78.32?
ICD-10-CM code C78.32 represents Secondary malignant neoplasm of pharynx. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Neoplasms chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is C78.32 billable?
Yes. C78.32 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is C78.32 in?
C78.32 belongs to the Neoplasms chapter (C00–D49) of ICD-10-CM.
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