C44.131
BillableSebaceous cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified eyelid, including canthus
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
This is a type of skin cancer that develops from sebaceous (oil-producing) glands, specifically on or around the eyelid area. It is a malignant tumor that requires prompt medical attention and treatment.
Coding Tips
- •Verify the specific eyelid location (right upper, right lower, left upper, left lower) in the medical record, as this code represents 'unspecified eyelid' and more specific codes may be available
- •Ensure this code is used only for sebaceous cell carcinoma; other eyelid skin cancers (basal cell, squamous cell) have different code assignments
Code Hierarchy
└C44Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin└C44.1Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin of eyelid, including canthus└C44.13Sebaceous cell carcinoma of skin of eyelid, including canthus└C44.131Sebaceous cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified eyelid, including canthus
└C44.131Sebaceous cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified eyelid, including canthus