Benign neoplasm of vertebral column, excluding sacrum and coccyx

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating in the bones of the spine, specifically excluding the sacrum and coccyx. These benign growths can arise from various spinal tissues, such as bone, cartilage, or fibrous tissue, and may or may not cause symptoms like pain or neurological deficits depending on their size and location.

Apply this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm affecting any vertebra from the cervical to the lumbar regions. This diagnosis is typically confirmed through imaging studies (e.g., X-ray, MRI, CT scan) and often a biopsy. Use this code when the pathology report confirms the benign nature of the spinal tumor.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "benign" to differentiate from malignant or uncertain behavior neoplasms.
• Verify the exact vertebral location to confirm it's not the sacrum or coccyx, which have separate codes.
• Do not use this code for metastatic lesions to the spine; those are coded as secondary malignancies.