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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Keratoacanthoma

ICD-10 Coding for Keratoacanthoma

C44._
D48.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for keratoacanthoma includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
KASCC-KA type
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Keratoacanthoma

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.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of skin

Non-Billable
C44._
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Biopsy confirms SCC-KA type

Applicable To

  • • SCC-KA type

Important Notes

  • • Ensure biopsy confirms SCC-KA type before using this code.

Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

Billable Code
D48.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histology inconclusive for SCC
  • • Observation of spontaneous regression

Applicable To

  • • Keratoacanthoma without confirmed malignancy

Important Notes

  • • Use when histology is inconclusive for malignancy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W89.1XXA

Tanning bed exposure

Use with actinic keratosis-related keratoacanthoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is keratoacanthoma coded in ICD-10?

Keratoacanthoma is coded as C44._ if confirmed as SCC-KA type, or D48.5 if not confirmed as malignant.

What documentation is needed for keratoacanthoma coding?

Documentation should include lesion type, location, growth rate, and biopsy results to support coding.

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