D21.22
BillableBenign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
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 soft tissues in the left lower leg or hip area.
Coding Tips
- •This code specifically indicates the left side; verify documentation confirms left-sided location
- •Includes tumors of muscles, fat, connective tissue, and other soft tissues in this region
Code Hierarchy
└D21Other benign neoplasms of connective and other soft tissue└D21.2Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of lower limb, including hip└D21.22Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
└D21.22Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip