Benign neoplasm of vertebral column

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating within the bony structures of the vertebral column, excluding the sacrum and coccyx. These benign growths can occur in any part of the spine from the cervical to the lumbar regions, potentially causing pain, neurological symptoms, or being incidentally discovered.

Assign this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm of the vertebrae (e.g., osteochondroma, hemangioma, osteoma, or enostosis) at any level from C1 to L5. This code is appropriate for both symptomatic and asymptomatic lesions confirmed by imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI) or biopsy.

• Do not use for benign neoplasms of the sacrum or coccyx; refer to the Excludes1 note.
• Specify the exact vertebral level if known (e.g., cervical, thoracic, lumbar) using additional codes if available and supported by documentation.
• Distinguish from malignant or uncertain neoplasms of the vertebral column, which have different code assignments.