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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Nevus

ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Nevus

D22.X
D48.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for atypical nevus includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Dysplastic Nevus
Atypical Mole
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Nevus

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Nevus

Use ICD-10 code D22.X for melanocytic nevi, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Melanocytic nevi

Non-Billable
D22.X
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Biopsy shows no atypia.

Applicable To

  • • Benign melanocytic nevus

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies absence of atypia.

Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

Billable Code
D48.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Histologic atypia present, Moderate to severe atypia documented

Applicable To

  • • Dysplastic nevus with atypia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports uncertain behavior.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

D22.5

Melanocytic nevi of trunk

Use to specify location when coding D48.5.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for atypical nevus?

The ICD-10 code for an atypical nevus with histologic atypia is D48.5, indicating uncertain behavior.

When should D48.5 be used for atypical nevus?

Use D48.5 when pathology shows histologic atypia, indicating uncertain behavior and warranting excision.

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