Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin of ear and external auricular canal
ICD-10 C44.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin of ear and external auricular canal.
C44.2 refers to malignant neoplasms of the skin located specifically on the ear and external auricular canal. These neoplasms can arise from various skin cell types, including squamous cells, basal cells, and melanocytes. The ear is particularly susceptible to skin cancers due to its exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Risk factors include prolonged sun exposure, fair skin, and a history of sunburns. Surgical management often involves excision of the tumor with clear margins to ensure complete removal and minimize recurrence. Reconstruction may be necessary depending on the size and location of the excised lesion, which can involve local flaps or grafts to restore the ear's appearance and function. Accurate coding requires thorough documentation of the tumor type, size, location, and surgical margins, as well as any reconstructive procedures performed.
Detailed pathology reports, surgical notes, and follow-up care documentation.
Diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, including Mohs micrographic surgery.
Ensure accurate coding of tumor type and margins; document any reconstructive procedures performed.
Operative reports detailing excision and reconstruction, pathology results.
Management of skin cancers affecting the ear, including surgical excision and reconstruction.
Document the extent of the neoplasm and any reconstructive techniques used.
Used when excising a malignant lesion from the ear.
Operative report detailing the excised lesion and margins.
Dermatology and otolaryngology must document the type of malignancy and reconstruction if performed.
C44.2 includes other and unspecified malignant neoplasms of the skin of the ear and external auricular canal, which may encompass various types of skin cancers such as squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma, depending on the specific diagnosis.
