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    OpenPayerBilling CodesBenign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumorsICD-10-CM d23-other-benign-neoplasms-of-skin
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    ICD-10-CM Code For Other Benign Neoplasms Of Skin: Group Overview

    The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group D23 includes benign skin neoplasms such as intradermal nevi, benign fibrous and epithelial skin tumors, and other nonmalignant localized skin growths that are not neuroendocrine in origin. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document clinical encounters for evaluation, excision, monitoring, or biopsy of benign cutaneous lesions, capturing lesion type and anatomic location where applicable. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM D23 group supports proper claim adjudication / complete clinical documentation / appropriate reimbursement.

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    ICD-10-CM D23: Other Benign Neoplasms Of Skin Overview

    The ICD-10-CM D23 group represents benign neoplasms of the skin other than benign neuroendocrine tumors, including common lesions such as intradermal nevi, fibromas, and other localized benign growths. These diagnoses target the integumentary system and are used to describe nonmalignant cutaneous proliferations. Accurate coding matters for correct claim processing and to ensure clinical records reflect the benign nature and anatomic site of the lesion.

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    When to Use

    Use a code from this group when a clinician documents a benign skin neoplasm that is not neuroendocrine in origin and the encounter relates to evaluation, excision, biopsy, or follow-up of that lesion. Select the code that best reflects the documented lesion type and anatomic location when available.

    ICD-10-CM Codes

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    ICD-10-CM CodeDescription
    D23.0Other benign neoplasm of skin of lip
    D23.10Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified eyelid, including canthus
    D23.111Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper eyelid, including canthus
    D23.112Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
    D23.121Other benign neoplasm of skin of left upper eyelid, including canthus
    D23.122Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
    D23.20Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified ear and external auricular canal
    D23.21Other benign neoplasm of skin of right ear and external auricular canal
    D23.22Other benign neoplasm of skin of left ear and external auricular canal
    D23.30Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified part of face
    D23.39Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face
    D23.4Other benign neoplasm of skin of scalp and neck
    D23.5Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
    D23.60Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified upper limb, including shoulder
    D23.61Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    D23.62Other benign neoplasm of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    D23.70Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified lower limb, including hip
    D23.71Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower limb, including hip
    D23.72Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower limb, including hip
    D23.9Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    DRG Codes

    4 rows

    DRG CodeDescription
    124Other Disorders of the Eye with MCC or Thrombolytic Agent
    125Other Disorders of the Eye without MCC
    606Minor Skin Disorders with MCC
    607Minor Skin Disorders without MCC

    Typical Clinical Scenarios

    • An elderly patient presents to dermatology with multiple slowly enlarging, flesh-colored papules on sun-exposed cheeks and forehead noticed over several years; lesions are asymptomatic but cosmetically concerning and the dermatologist documents benign-appearing intradermal and junctional epidermal growths consistent with seborrheic keratoses or other benign skin neoplasms. A diagnosis from this group is assigned for benign cutaneous lesions treated conservatively or slated for simple shave removal. Typical codes: D23.0, D23.9
    • A middle-aged patient is seen in primary care for a painless, well-circumscribed nodular lesion on the dorsal surface of the hand that intermittently catches on clothing; clinical exam suggests a benign skin tumor such as a dermatofibroma or benign adnexal neoplasm, and the clinician schedules an excisional biopsy with pathological follow-up. A code from this group is used to report the benign skin neoplasm when documenting the reason for procedure and for definitive diagnosis after pathology review. Typical codes: D23.5, D23.61
    • A child presents to urgent care after a parent noticed a rapidly bleeding small papule on the nose following minor trauma; the lesion had been present for months as a stable benign-appearing mole but now shows recurrent bleeding and crusting. Because the lesion is a benign skin neoplasm that has acutely complicated by trauma and bleeding requiring hemostasis and possible removal, a diagnosis from this group is assigned to reflect the underlying benign neoplasm being managed. Typical codes: D23.111, D23.112

    Related Codes

    D10-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-OF-MOUTH-AND-PHARYNX

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Mouth And Pharynx: Group Overview

    D11-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-MAJOR-SALIVARY-GLANDS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Major Salivary Glands: Group Overview

    D12-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-COLON-RECTUM-ANUS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Colon Rectum Anus And Anal Canal: Group Overview

    D13-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-OTHER-DIGESTIVE

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Other And Ill-Defined Parts Of Digestive System: Group Overview

    D14-BENIGN-MIDDLE-EAR-AND-RESPIRATORY-NEOPLASMS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Middle Ear And Respiratory System: Group Overview

    D15-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-INTRATHORACIC-ORGANS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Other And Unspecified Intrathoracic Organs: Group Overview

    D16-BENIGN-NEOPLASM-OF-BONE

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Bone And Articular Cartilage: Group Overview

    D17-BENIGN-LIPOMATOUS-NEOPLASM

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Lipomatous Neoplasm: Group Overview

    D18-HEMANGIOMA-AND-LYMPHANGIOMA

    ICD-10-CM Code For Hemangioma And Lymphangioma, Any Site: Group Overview

    D19-BENIGN-MESOTHELIAL-NEOPLASMS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Benign Neoplasm Of Mesothelial Tissue: Group Overview

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    References

    1. 1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
    2. 2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
    3. 3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.
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