2025 ICD-10-CM code D10
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors - D10.0 - D10.9 2 Neoplasms Feed
Non-cancerous growth in the mouth or pharynx.
Medical necessity is determined by the presence of signs, symptoms, or abnormal findings that warrant further investigation and/or treatment of the neoplasm. The potential for complications, interference with function, or risk of malignant transformation are also factors.
Clinicians diagnose this condition based on patient history, physical examination, and endoscopic examination of the mouth, throat, and neck.A biopsy (either fine needle aspiration or open biopsy), along with imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans, may be performed. Treatment may involve excision or curettage of the lesion followed by cryotherapy.
In simple words: A benign neoplasm of the mouth and pharynx is a non-cancerous lump or growth in the mouth or throat. It's usually harmless and doesn't spread.
A benign neoplasm is a non-cancerous mass that does not spread to other tissues. In this case, the neoplasm is located in the mouth (oral cavity) or pharynx (throat).This can include various specific locations within the mouth and throat such as the lip, tongue, floor of mouth, tonsils, nasopharynx, oropharynx, hypopharynx.
Example 1: A patient presents with a painless lump on the inside of their cheek. After examination and biopsy, it is determined to be a benign neoplasm of the mouth., A patient experiences difficulty swallowing and a persistent sore throat. A nasopharyngoscopy reveals a benign tumor in the nasopharynx., A small growth is discovered on a patient's tongue during a routine dental exam.Following biopsy, the diagnosis is a benign neoplasm of the tongue.
Documentation should include the location (topography) and morphology (histology) of the neoplasm. Details about any associated symptoms, diagnostic procedures (e.g., biopsy, imaging studies), and treatment procedures should also be documented.
** Functional activity: All neoplasms are classified in Chapter 2, whether they are functionally active or not. An additional code from Chapter 4 may be used to identify functional activity associated with any neoplasm.
- Specialties:Otolaryngology, Oral Surgery, Dentistry, Head and Neck Surgery, Oncology
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Inpatient Hospital