Benign neoplasm of left ovary

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous growth or tumor originating in the left ovary. These neoplasms are typically slow-growing and do not spread to other parts of the body. Common types include benign ovarian cysts, fibromas, and serous or mucinous cystadenomas.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a benign neoplasm localized to the left ovary. This applies to cases identified through imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, MRI), surgical findings, or pathology reports confirming the non-malignant nature and specific laterality.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "benign" and specifies the "left ovary."
• Do not use this code for ovarian cysts without further specification of a neoplastic nature; use codes from category N83 for non-neoplastic ovarian cysts.
• If the neoplasm is of uncertain behavior or malignant, a different code from the C56 or D39.1 categories would be appropriate.