Benign neoplasm of other specified sites

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous growth or tumor located in an anatomical site not specifically classified elsewhere in the ICD-10-CM chapter for neoplasms. These benign neoplasms are typically slow-growing, localized, and do not metastasize to other parts of the body, though they may cause symptoms due to their size or location.

Use this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm in a site that lacks a more specific ICD-10-CM code. This often applies to less common or unusual locations for benign growths. Ensure the pathology report or physician's notes explicitly state "benign" and specify the anatomical site.

• Always strive for a more specific code if available; this is a "catch-all" for benign neoplasms of unlisted sites.
• Confirm the neoplasm is definitively benign; do not use for uncertain behavior or malignant neoplasms.
• Review documentation for laterality if applicable, though for "other specified sites," this may be less common.