C44.2 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
Short description: Oth and unsp malig neoplasm skin/ ear and extrn auric canal
The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM C44.2 became effective on October 1, 2022.
This is the American ICD-10-CM version of C44.2 – other international versions of ICD-10 C44.2 may differ.