C43
⚠ Non-billable
Malignant melanoma of skin
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Neoplasms
Code
C43
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Neoplasms
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code C43?
ICD-10-CM code C43 represents Malignant melanoma of skin. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Neoplasms chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is C43 billable?
No. C43 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is C43 in?
C43 belongs to the Neoplasms chapter (C00–D49) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the C43 category
C43.0
Malignant melanoma of lip
Billable
C43.1
Malignant melanoma of eyelid, including canthus
Non-billable
C43.2
Malignant melanoma of ear and external auricular canal
Non-billable
C43.3
Malignant melanoma of other and unspecified parts of face
Non-billable
C43.4
Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
Billable
C43.5
Malignant melanoma of trunk
Non-billable
C43.6
Malignant melanoma of upper limb, including shoulder
Non-billable
C43.7
Malignant melanoma of lower limb, including hip
Non-billable
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