Benign neoplasm of short bones of right lower limb

This code signifies a non-cancerous tumor originating in the small bones of the patient's right lower extremity. These benign growths are typically slow-growing and do not metastasize, but can still cause symptoms such as pain or swelling depending on their size and location.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a benign neoplastic process affecting bones like the tarsals or metatarsals of the right foot. Supporting documentation should include pathology reports confirming benignity, imaging studies (e.g., X-ray, MRI) identifying the lesion, and a clear anatomical site specification.

• Ensure laterality is explicitly documented as "right lower limb" to avoid unspecified coding.
• Distinguish from malignant neoplasms (C40.-) or neoplasms of uncertain/unknown behavior (D48.0) based on pathology.
• Do not use for benign neoplasms of long bones (e.g., femur, tibia) of the lower limb; refer to D16.2- for those sites.