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D49.519

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Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of unspecified kidney

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

What This Code Means

A tumor or growth of unknown behavior found in a kidney, but it is not specified whether it is in the right or left kidney.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when laterality cannot be determined; always attempt to clarify which kidney is affected
  • •Request imaging reports or operative notes to establish laterality for more specific coding

Code Hierarchy

└D49Neoplasms of unspecified behavior└D49.5Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other genitourinary organs└D49.51Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of kidney└D49.519Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of unspecified kidney
└D49.519Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of unspecified kidney

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