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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Metastatic Malignant Melanoma

ICD-10 Coding for Metastatic Malignant Melanoma

C79.2
C79.51
C43.71

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

Also Known as:
Advanced Melanoma
Stage IV Melanoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Metastatic Malignant Melanoma

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

Use ICD-10 code C79.2 for secondary malignant neoplasm of skin, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Secondary malignant neoplasm of skin

Billable Code
C79.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed metastasis to skin from melanoma

Applicable To

  • • Metastatic melanoma of skin

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies metastatic nature and primary site.

Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

Billable Code
C79.51
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging or biopsy confirmation of bone metastasis

Applicable To

  • • Metastatic melanoma of bone

Important Notes

  • • Document primary site and metastatic confirmation.

Malignant melanoma of right forearm

Billable Code
C43.71
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histopathological confirmation of melanoma in the forearm

Applicable To

  • • Primary cutaneous melanoma of right forearm

Important Notes

  • • Specify laterality and site in documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for metastatic malignant melanoma?

The ICD-10 code for metastatic malignant melanoma depends on the site of metastasis, such as C79.2 for skin or C79.51 for bone.

How do you code metastatic melanoma with unknown primary?

Use C80.1 for unspecified primary site after coding the secondary site, such as C79.31 for brain metastasis.

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