ICD Code C43.9

ICD code C43.9 is malignant melanoma of the skin, unspecified location.

1. Presence of a malignant neoplasm originating from the skin

2. Histopathological confirmation of melanoma

3. Absence of specification regarding the anatomical site of the melanoma on the skin

4. Clinical features may include an asymmetrical pigmented lesion, irregular borders, color variation, diameter greater than 6mm, and evolving appearance

5. No documentation indicating the melanoma is located on a specific body part or region

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code C43.9 include:

- 11600–11646 (Excision, malignant skin lesion)

- 14000–14302 (Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement)

- 15002–15005 (Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site)

- 15100–15121 (Skin grafts)

- 17000–17004 (Destruction, premalignant lesions)

- 17311–17315 (Mohs micrographic surgery)

- 96567 (Photodynamic therapy)

- 96405–96406 (Chemotherapy administration, intralesional)

The specific codes used will depend on the treatment approach and anatomical site.

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