Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for keratoacanthoma includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Keratoacanthoma
Use ICD-10 code C44._ for malignant neoplasm of skin, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Tanning bed exposure
Use with actinic keratosis-related keratoacanthoma.
Keratoacanthoma is coded as C44._ if confirmed as SCC-KA type, or D48.5 if not confirmed as malignant.
Documentation should include lesion type, location, growth rate, and biopsy results to support coding.