Malignant melanoma of right ear and external auricular canal

This code signifies a primary malignant melanoma originating in the skin of the right ear or within the external auditory canal. It represents a serious form of skin cancer characterized by uncontrolled growth of melanocytes in this specific anatomical location.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a biopsy-proven or clinically diagnosed malignant melanoma affecting the right ear or external auricular canal. This code is appropriate for initial diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up encounters for this specific primary tumor site.

• Ensure laterality is clearly documented as "right ear" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from secondary malignant melanoma or melanoma in situ, which have different codes.
• Always sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.