ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 173.31
Diagnosis Code: 173.31 (Raw: 17331)
Description: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other and unspecified parts of face
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 173.31 is designated for Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other and unspecified parts of face. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.
