D19.1
BillableBenign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue of peritoneum
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 of the thin tissue lining the abdominal cavity and organs.
Coding Tips
- •Distinguish from peritoneal carcinomatosis or malignant mesothelioma by reviewing pathology findings
- •Note any associated symptoms like abdominal distension or ascites in the clinical documentation
Code Hierarchy
└D19Benign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue└D19.1Benign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue of peritoneum
└D19.1Benign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue of peritoneum