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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Scalp Lesion

ICD-10 Coding for Scalp Lesion

D23.4
L72.3
L98.9

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

Also Known as:
Scalp Cyst
Scalp Neoplasm
Scalp Tumor
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Scalp Lesion

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Scalp Lesion

Use ICD-10 code D23.4 for benign neoplasm of skin of scalp and neck, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Benign neoplasm of skin of scalp and neck

Billable Code
D23.4
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lesion appears benign on clinical examination.

Applicable To

  • • Sebaceous hyperplasia
  • • Dermatofibroma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure pathology confirms benign nature before coding.

Sebaceous cyst

Billable Code
L72.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Clinical documentation of cyst characteristics
  • • Imaging or clinical examination confirming cystic nature

Applicable To

  • • Epidermal inclusion cyst

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'cyst' or 'nodule'.

Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

Billable Code
L98.9
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Use as a placeholder until diagnosis is confirmed.

Atherosclerosis of other arteries

Billable Code
I70.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Vascular studies confirming atherosclerosis

Applicable To

  • • Ischemic ulcer

Important Notes

  • • Confirm with vascular studies before coding.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a benign scalp lesion?

The ICD-10 code for a benign scalp lesion is D23.4, which covers benign neoplasms of the skin of the scalp and neck.

How do you code a sebaceous cyst on the scalp?

A sebaceous cyst on the scalp is coded as L72.3 in ICD-10, which specifically covers sebaceous cysts.

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