2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code C07Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
ICD-10-CM Codes›C00–D49›C00-C14›C07
- Billable — Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition
C07 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for malignant neoplasm of parotid gland. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 146 through 148. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Head and neck cancers - salivary gland.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Adenoid cystic carcinoma of parotid gland
- Adenoid cystic carcinoma of salivary gland
- Carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma of parotid gland
- Carcinoma of parotid gland
- Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
- Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of parotid gland
- Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of salivary gland
- Primary acinar cell carcinoma of parotid gland
- Primary adenocarcinoma of parotid gland
- Primary adenoid cystic carcinoma of parotid gland
- Primary adenoid cystic carcinoma of salivary gland
- Primary carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma of parotid gland
- Primary carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma of salivary gland
- Primary carcinoma of parotid gland
- Primary malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
- Primary mucoepidermoid carcinoma of parotid gland
- Primary mucoepidermoid carcinoma of salivary gland
- Primary squamous cell carcinoma of parotid gland
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
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
The “use additional code” indicates that a secondary code could be used to further specify the patient’s condition. This note is not mandatory and is only used if enough information is available to assign an additional code.
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Table of NeoplasmsClinical
Anatomical sites in the Table of Neoplasms that reference this code family.
Patient EducationClinical
Salivary Gland Cancer
Your salivary glands make saliva - sometimes called spit - and empty it into your mouth through openings called ducts. Saliva makes your food moist, which helps you chew and swallow. It helps you digest your food. It also cleans your mouth and contains antibodies that can kill germs.
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Convert C07 to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About C07Overview
Is C07 (Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland) a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report malignant neoplasm of parotid gland on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What MS-DRG does C07 group to?
When malignant neoplasm of parotid gland is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 146, 147, 148, with relative weights from 0.7971 to 2.1174 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.
What is the ICD-9 equivalent of C07?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, malignant neoplasm of parotid gland converts to ICD-9-CM 142.0 (malig neo parotid). The mapping is a direct match.
Footnotes
[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:
- The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
- The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.
