Basal cell carcinoma skin/ left lower limb, including hip

This code signifies a malignant neoplasm originating from the basal cells of the epidermis, specifically located on the skin of the patient's left lower limb, which encompasses the hip region. Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a common, slow-growing type of skin cancer that rarely metastasizes but can be locally destructive.

This code is appropriate for documenting a confirmed diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma affecting any part of the left lower extremity, including the hip, thigh, knee, lower leg, ankle, or foot. Supporting documentation should include pathology reports confirming BCC and clear anatomical laterality and site specification.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left" lower limb; otherwise, an unspecified laterality code may be necessary.
• Verify the histological type is explicitly basal cell carcinoma, as other skin cancers (e.g., squamous cell carcinoma) have different codes.
• Do not use this code for melanoma or other non-basal cell skin malignancies.