C44.719

C44.719

Billable

Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Basal cell carcinoma, the most common type of skin cancer, occurring on the left lower leg, thigh, or hip.

Coding Tips

•Ensure left side is documented; do not use this code if laterality is unspecified
•Document the specific anatomical location (hip, thigh, or lower leg) for clinical clarity

Code Hierarchy

└C44Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin └C44.7Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin of lower limb, including hip └C44.71Basal cell carcinoma of skin of lower limb, including hip └C44.719Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip

└C44.719Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip