C53 ICD-10-CM Code: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
C53Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where C53 sits
- 1
Chapter 2
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- 2
Section
Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs (C51-C58)
- 3
Category C53
Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
- 4
Code C53
Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri
Codes under C53
C53 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for C53.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for C53.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for C53.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- carcinoma in situ of cervix uteri (D06.-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for C53.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code C53 mean?
C53 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri.”
Is C53 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. C53 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is C53 located in ICD-10-CM?
C53 is listed in Chapter 2, Neoplasms (C00-D49), within Malignant neoplasms of female genital organs (C51-C58) (C51–C58), under category C53, Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri.
What coding notes are listed for C53?
No inclusion terms are listed for C53 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: carcinoma in situ of cervix uteri (D06.-). No Excludes2 note is listed.