C43.61

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C43.61

Billable

Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder

C43.61 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
C00-D49
Parent
C43.6
Edition
FY2026

C00-D49 Neoplasms

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code C43.61?
C43.61 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
Is C43.61 a billable code?
Yes — C43.61 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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