D12.1

D12.1

Billable

Benign neoplasm of appendix

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A benign (non-cancerous) tumor located in the appendix, a small tube-shaped organ attached to the cecum.

Coding Tips

•Verify the neoplasm is in the appendix itself and not in adjacent structures like the cecum
•Note whether the appendix was removed (appendectomy) during treatment or diagnosis

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

benign carcinoid tumor of the appendix (D3A.020)

Code Hierarchy

└D12Benign neoplasm of colon, rectum, anus and anal canal └D12.1Benign neoplasm of appendix

└D12.1Benign neoplasm of appendix