Is C43.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

No. C43.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific subcategory for claims.

C43.2 ⚠ Non-billable

Malignant melanoma of ear and external auricular canal

Q: What is ICD-10 code C43.2?

ICD-10-CM code C43.2 stands for "Malignant melanoma of ear and external auricular canal". It is a non-billable header code in the Neoplasms chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Neoplasms

Code

C43.2

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 C43.2?

ICD-10-CM code C43.2 represents Malignant melanoma of ear and external auricular canal. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Neoplasms chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is C43.2 billable?

No. C43.2 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.

What chapter is C43.2 in?

C43.2 belongs to the Neoplasms chapter (C00–D49) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the C43 category

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