C44Header code — not billable

Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin

Chapter
2. Neoplasms
Category
C44
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category C44

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C44?

C44 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other and unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin.

Is C44 a billable code?

No. C44 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is C44 in?

C44 falls under Chapter 2: Neoplasms.

When did C44 become effective?

C44 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to C44?

C44 belongs to category C44, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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