2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D22.5Melanocytic nevi of trunk

ICD-10-CM Codes›C00–D49›D10-D36›D22

ICD-10-CM D22.5
CMSSource: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027

D22.5 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for melanocytic nevi of trunk. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2027 (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027) and groups to MS-DRG 606 through 607. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Benign neoplasms.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
D22.5
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Short Description
Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
D22
Melanocytic nevi

Code Classification

ChapterC00–D49Neoplasms
SectionD10-D36Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
CategoryD22Melanocytic nevi
This CodeD22.5Melanocytic nevi of trunk

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Benign neoplasm of perianal skin
  • Benign neoplasm of skin of abdomen
  • Benign neoplasm of skin of breast
  • Benign neoplasm of skin of chest
  • Congenital melanocytic nevus of trunk
  • Epidermal nevus of trunk
  • Genital melanocytic nevus
  • Melanocytic nevus of perianal skin
  • Melanocytic nevus of skin of abdominal wall
  • Melanocytic nevus of skin of breast
  • Melanocytic nevus of skin of chest
  • Melanocytic nevus of trunk
  • Pigmented hairy epidermal nevus of trunk

Instructional NotesGuidance

Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to D22.5: its own notes plus those printed at D22 and Chapter 2. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.

Includes

Further defines, or gives examples of, the content of the category.

From D22 Melanocytic nevi applies to 20 codes
  • atypical nevus
  • blue hairy pigmented nevus
  • nevus NOS

Applicable To

Conditions this code is used for: synonyms of the title or, for "other specified" codes, the conditions assigned to it. The list is not exhaustive.

  • Melanocytic nevi of anal margin
  • Melanocytic nevi of anal skin
  • Melanocytic nevi of perianal skin
  • Melanocytic nevi of skin of breast

Notes

General instructions on how these codes are used.

From Chapter 2 (C00-D49) Neoplasms applies to 1,730 codes
  • Functional activity
  • All neoplasms are classified in this chapter, whether they are functionally active or not. An additional code from Chapter 4 may be used, to identify functional activity associated with any neoplasm.
  • Morphology [Histology]
  • Chapter 2 classifies neoplasms primarily by site (topography), with broad groupings for behavior, malignant, in situ, benign, etc. The Table of Neoplasms should be used to identify the correct topography code. In a few cases, such as for malignant melanoma and certain neuroendocrine tumors, the morphology (histologic type) is included in the category and codes.
  • Primary malignant neoplasms overlapping site boundaries
  • A primary malignant neoplasm that overlaps two or more contiguous (next to each other) sites should be classified to the subcategory/code .8 ('overlapping lesion'), unless the combination is specifically indexed elsewhere. For multiple neoplasms of the same site that are not contiguous, such as tumors in different quadrants of the same breast, codes for each site should be assigned.
  • Malignant neoplasm of ectopic tissue
  • Malignant neoplasms of ectopic tissue are to be coded to the site mentioned, e.g., ectopic pancreatic malignant neoplasms are coded to pancreas, unspecified (C25.9).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.

Referenced in Other NotesGuidance

Instructional notes printed at other codes that name D22.5, its category, or a range that includes it.

Excludes1 4

These codes carry an Excludes1 note naming D22.5: they are not reported together with it, unless the two conditions are unrelated.

  • D12.9 Benign neoplasm of anus and anal canal
    benign neoplasm of anal margin (D22.5, D23.5)
  • D12.9 Benign neoplasm of anus and anal canal
    benign neoplasm of anal skin (D22.5, D23.5)
  • D12.9 Benign neoplasm of anus and anal canal
    benign neoplasm of perianal skin (D22.5, D23.5)
  • I78.1 Nevus, non-neoplastic
    nevus NOS (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code

Excludes2 11

These codes carry an Excludes2 note naming D22.5: its condition is not part of those codes, and both may be reported when the patient has both.

  • D24 Benign neoplasm of breast
    benign neoplasm of skin of breast (D22.5, D23.5)
  • D18 Hemangioma and lymphangioma, any site
    blue or pigmented nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • D18 Hemangioma and lymphangioma, any site
    nevus NOS (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • D23 Other benign neoplasms of skin
    melanocytic nevi (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • I78.1 Nevus, non-neoplastic
    blue nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • I78.1 Nevus, non-neoplastic
    hairy nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • I78.1 Nevus, non-neoplastic
    melanocytic nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • I78.1 Nevus, non-neoplastic
    pigmented nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • Q82.5 Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
    nevus NOS (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • Q82.5 Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
    melanocytic nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code
  • Q82.5 Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
    pigmented nevus (D22.-) names D22.-, which includes this code

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR NEO073
Benign neoplasms
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Clinical InformationClinical

  • Nevus, Pigmented

    a nevus containing melanin. the term is usually restricted to nevocytic nevi (round or oval collections of melanin-containing nevus cells occurring at the dermoepidermal junction of the skin or in the dermis proper) or moles, but may be applied to other pigmented nevi.

Patient EducationClinical

Birthmarks

Birthmarks are abnormalities of the skin that are present when a baby is born. There are two types of birthmarks. Vascular birthmarks are made up of blood vessels that haven't formed correctly. They are usually red. Two types of vascular birthmarks are hemangiomas and port-wine stains.

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Convert D22.5 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
216.5 Benign neo skin trunk
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2026No changes
FY 2027CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Questions About D22.5Overview

What is the ICD-10 code for melanocytic nevi of trunk?

The ICD-10-CM code for melanocytic nevi of trunk is D22.5 (sometimes written as D225). It is billable on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Is D22.5 (Melanocytic nevi) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report melanocytic nevi of trunk on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

What MS-DRG does D22.5 group to?

When melanocytic nevi of trunk is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 607, 606, with relative weights from 0.8772 to 1.5721 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of D22.5?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, melanocytic nevi of trunk converts to ICD-9-CM 216.5 (benign neo skin trunk). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.