C08Header code — not billable

Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified major salivary glands

Short description: Malignant neoplasm of other and unsp major salivary glands

Chapter
2. Neoplasms
Category
C08
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category C08

C08.0Malignant neoplasm of submandibular glandYesC08.1Malignant neoplasm of sublingual glandYesC08.9Malignant neoplasm of major salivary gland, unspecifiedYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C08?

C08 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified major salivary glands.

Is C08 a billable code?

No. C08 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is C08 in?

C08 falls under Chapter 2: Neoplasms.

When did C08 become effective?

C08 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to C08?

C08 belongs to category C08, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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