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Specific code 2007 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 147.2
Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of nasopharynx
  • Short description: MAL NEO LAT NASOPHARYNX.
  • ICD-9-CM 147.2 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 147.2 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
  • You are viewing the 2007 version of ICD-9-CM 147.2.
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Convert to ICD-10-CM: 147.2 converts directly to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM C11.2 Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of nasopharynx
Approximate Synonyms
  • Cancer of the nasopharynx, lateral wall
  • Nasopharyngeal cancer, lateral wall
  • Primary malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of nasopharynx
Applies To
  • Fossa of Rosenmüller
  • Opening of auditory tube
  • Pharyngeal recess
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