Benign neoplm of prph nerves and autonm nrv sys of pelvis

Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system of pelvis

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating from the peripheral nerves or the autonomic nervous system located within the pelvic region. These benign growths can affect nerve function, potentially causing pain, numbness, or motor deficits depending on their size and exact location.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a benign neoplasm, such as a schwannoma, neurofibroma, or ganglioneuroma, affecting nerves within the pelvis. This includes tumors identified through imaging (MRI, CT) or confirmed by biopsy.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "benign" and clearly identifies the pelvic region as the tumor's location.
Distinguish from malignant neoplasms of peripheral nerves (C47.-) or uncertain/unknown behavior (D48.2).
Code any associated symptoms (e.g., pelvic pain, neuropathy) separately, following sequencing guidelines.

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Code Hierarchy

▲D36.1Benign neoplasm of prph nerves and autonomic nervous sys

D36.16(current)

Crosswalks

215.9ApproxICD-9

Same Category

D36Benign neoplasm of other and unspecified sites D36.0Benign neoplasm of lymph nodes D36.1Benign neoplasm of prph nerves and autonomic nervous sys D36.10Benign neoplasm of prph nerves and autonm nervous sys, unsp D36.11Ben neoplm of prph nerves and autonm nrv sys of face/hed/nk