ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C44.520
Squamous cell carcinoma of anal skin
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C44.520
Inclusion Terms
- Squamous cell carcinoma of anal margin
- Squamous cell carcinoma of perianal skin
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C44.520 (Squamous cell carcinoma of anal skin)
ICD-10-CM code C44.520 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM C44.520 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C44.520 - Squamous cell carcinoma of anal skin. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Squamous cell carcinoma of anal skin.