Benign neoplasm of brain, unspecified

This code signifies a non-cancerous growth originating within the brain tissue itself, where the specific type or location of the benign neoplasm is not documented. It indicates a primary intracranial tumor that is not malignant and lacks further pathological or anatomical specificity.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a benign brain neoplasm but lacks details regarding its precise histological type (e.g., meningioma, schwannoma, pituitary adenoma) or specific anatomical site within the brain. This is appropriate when the physician has diagnosed a benign brain tumor but further diagnostic workup is pending or inconclusive.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific benign brain neoplasm code (e.g., D33.0 for brain, supratentorial) can be assigned based on documentation.
• Query the provider for additional specificity regarding the tumor's histology and precise location if possible, to allow for more granular coding.
• Do not use for secondary (metastatic) brain tumors, which are coded to C79.31 (Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain).