Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

This code identifies a benign vascular tumor composed of newly formed blood vessels, specifically located within the skin or the tissue directly beneath it. These lesions are typically present at birth or appear shortly thereafter, often growing rapidly before regressing spontaneously.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of a hemangioma affecting the integumentary system, including the epidermis, dermis, or subcutaneous fat. This is appropriate for infantile hemangiomas, cherry hemangiomas, or other benign vascular growths confined to these superficial layers.

• Differentiate from other vascular malformations (e.g., Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome) which have distinct codes.
• Ensure documentation specifies "skin" or "subcutaneous tissue" to support this specific code, as hemangiomas can occur in other organs.
• Do not use for malignant vascular tumors; refer to appropriate C-codes for those diagnoses.