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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Retroperitoneal Mass

ICD-10 Coding for Retroperitoneal Mass

R19.09
K68.9
D48.3

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

Also Known as:
Retroperitoneal Tumor
Retroperitoneal Lesion
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Retroperitoneal Mass

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Retroperitoneal Mass

Use ICD-10 code R19.09 for other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen

Billable Code
R19.09
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging confirms retroperitoneal location without specific organ involvement.

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified retroperitoneal mass

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging reports are reviewed to confirm retroperitoneal location.

Disorder of retroperitoneum, unspecified

Billable Code
K68.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of a disorder such as a cyst or infection in the retroperitoneal space.

Applicable To

  • • Retroperitoneal cyst
  • • Retroperitoneal infection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the disorder is clearly documented as retroperitoneal.

Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of retroperitoneum

Billable Code
D48.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Biopsy confirming uncertain behavior
  • • Imaging shows no organ origin

Applicable To

  • • Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of retroperitoneum

Important Notes

  • • Biopsy results should be reviewed to confirm uncertain behavior.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a retroperitoneal mass?

The ICD-10 code for an unspecified retroperitoneal mass is R19.09. If the mass is part of a disorder, use K68.9, and for neoplasms of uncertain behavior, use D48.3.

How to document a retroperitoneal mass?

Document the mass size, location, and any associated pathology. Include imaging and biopsy results to support coding.

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