What is the ICD-10 code for desmoid tumor?
Right now, desmoid tumors fall under an ICD-10 code that covers a wide variety of connective and soft tissue tumors of “uncertain behavior”. Specifically, “D48.
What is the ICD-10-CM code for fibromatosis?
Pseudosarcomatous fibromatosis M72. 4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What is the ICD-10 code for nodular fasciitis?
Table: Code
| ICD10 Code (*) | Code Description (*) |
|---|---|
| M72.38 | Nodular fasciitis, other site |
| M72.39 | Nodular fasciitis, site unspecified |
| M72.4 | Pseudosarcomatous fibromatosis |
| M72.40 | Pseudosarcomatous fibromatosis, multiple sites |
What is desmoid type fibromatosis?
Desmoid fibromatosis (DF) is a locally aggressive, deep seated connective tissue malignancy developing in musculoaponeurotic tissues. It is also known as aggressive fibromatosis, deep fibromatosis, musculoaponeurotic fibromatosis and desmoid tumor.
WHO classification desmoid tumors?
Desmoid tumors grow slowly. Their aggressiveness is local with no potential for metastasis or dedifferentiation. In the last 2012 World Health Organization (WHO) classification of sarcomas, they are classified as tumors with intermediate malignancy potential.
What is a desmoid tumor?
Desmoid tumors are also known as aggressive fibromatosis or desmoid-type fibromatosis. A desmoid tumor can occur anywhere in the body since connective tissue is found everywhere in your body. Desmoid tumors are often found in the abdomen, as well as the shoulders, upper arms, and thighs.
What does it mean when something is benign?
Benign refers to a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous. This means that it does not spread to other parts of the body. It does not invade nearby tissue. Sometimes, a condition is called benign to suggest it is not dangerous or serious.