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C05 — Malignant neoplasm of palate

Part of Chapter 2: Neoplasms , block Malignant neoplasms of lip, oral cavity and pharynx (C00-C14) .

Official Notes

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code to identify:

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alcohol abuse and dependence ( F10 .-)

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history of tobacco dependence ( Z87.891 )

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tobacco dependence ( F17 .-)

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tobacco use ( Z72.0 )

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Kaposi's sarcoma of palate ( C46.2 )

Child Codes

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