ICD-10 Code C44.41 – Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code C44.41 – Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
What it is
C44.41 identifies basal cell carcinoma located on the scalp or neck. Use it when documentation states a basal cell skin cancer in either of those anatomic sites.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a slow-growing, pearly or translucent skin lesion, sometimes with surface telangiectasia or central ulceration. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents basal cell carcinoma specifically on the scalp or neck, including a biopsy-confirmed diagnosis. It may also apply when the lesion is described as a basal cell cancer of those sites without a more specific subsite.
Do not use for
Do not use C44.41 for basal cell carcinoma on other body sites or for non-basal skin cancers. Check documentation if the site is unclear or if the lesion is only suspected.
Coding tip
Verify both histology and anatomic site before assigning C44.41.