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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Melanoma

ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Melanoma

C43.5
C43.6

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

Also Known as:
Skin Cancer
Cutaneous Melanoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Melanoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Malignant Melanoma

Use ICD-10 code C43.5 for malignant melanoma of trunk, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant melanoma of trunk

Non-Billable
C43.5
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of invasive melanoma on the trunk

Applicable To

  • • Melanoma of back
  • • Melanoma of chest

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies trunk location and includes Breslow thickness.

Malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder

Non-Billable
C43.6
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Melanoma of arm
  • • Melanoma of shoulder

Important Notes

  • • Document specific site and laterality for accurate coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z85.820

Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

Use after treatment is complete to indicate history.

Z08

Follow-up examination after treatment for malignant neoplasm

Use for follow-up visits post-treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for malignant melanoma?

The ICD-10 code for malignant melanoma varies by location, such as C43.5 for the trunk and C43.6 for the upper limb.

How is malignant melanoma documented?

Document malignant melanoma by specifying the site, Breslow thickness, ulceration status, and subtype for accurate coding.

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