Malignant neoplasm of other sites of tongue (141.8)
ICD-9 code 141.8 for Malignant neoplasm of other sites of tongue is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -MALIGNANT NEOPLASM OF LIP, ORAL CAVITY, AND PHARYNX (140-149).
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For the 2 procedures, you would list the higher allowable first. Depending on the insurance, they may require a billing modifier.
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