2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D23.21

Other benign neoplasm of skin of right ear and external auricular canal

ICD-10-CM Code:
D23.21
ICD-10 Code for:
Oth benign neoplasm skin/ right ear and external auric canal
Is Billable?
Yes - Valid for Submission
Chronic Condition Indicator: [1]
Not chronic
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Code Classification

  • Neoplasms
    (C00–D49)
    • Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
      (D10-D36)
      • Other benign neoplasms of skin
        (D23)

D23.21 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of other benign neoplasm of skin of right ear and external auricular canal. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

The following anatomical sites found in the Table of Neoplasms reference the parent code D23.2 of the current diagnosis code given the correct histological behavior: Neoplasm, neoplastic auditory ; Neoplasm, neoplastic auditory canal (external) (skin) ; Neoplasm, neoplastic auricle, ear [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear] ; Neoplasm, neoplastic auricular canal (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear] ; Neoplasm, neoplastic canal auditory (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear] ; Neoplasm, neoplastic canal auricular (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear] ; Neoplasm, neoplastic concha [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear] ; etc

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Benign neoplasm of skin of left ear
  • Benign neoplasm of skin of right ear
  • Benign neoplasm of skin of right ear
  • Bilateral dermatofibroma of skin of ears
  • Dermatofibroma of skin of left ear
  • Dermatofibroma of skin of right ear
  • Dermatofibroma of skin of right ear
  • Epidermal nevus of skin of right ear

Clinical Classification

Convert D23.21 to ICD-9-CM

  • ICD-9-CM Code: 216.2 - Benign neo skin ear
    Approximate Flag - The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 and ICD-9 codes and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.

Table of Neoplasms

The parent code D23.2 of the current diagnosis code is referenced in the table of neoplasms by anatomical site. For each site there are six possible code numbers according to whether the neoplasm in question is malignant, benign, in situ, of uncertain behavior, or of unspecified nature. The description of the neoplasm will often indicate which of the six columns is appropriate.

Where such descriptors are not present, the remainder of the Index should be consulted where guidance is given to the appropriate column for each morphological (histological) variety listed. However, the guidance in the Index can be overridden if one of the descriptors mentioned above is present.

Neoplasm, neoplastic Malignant
Primary
Malignant
Secondary
CaInSitu Benign Uncertain
Behavior
Unspecified
Behavior
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »auditory
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »auditory
    »canal (external) (skin)
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »auricle, ear [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »auricular canal (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »canal
    »auditory (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »canal
    »auricular (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »concha [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
    »auricle or auris [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
    »canal, external [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
    »external meatus [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
    »lobule [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »ear (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
    »skin
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »earlobe
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »external
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »external
    »meatus (ear) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »helix [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »meatus external (ear) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »pinna (ear) NEC [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »auditory canal (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »auricle (ear) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »auricular canal (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »concha [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »ear (external)
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »helix [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »meatus, acoustic (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »pinna [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »skin NOS
    »tragus [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic
  »tragus [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, ear]
C44.20C79.2D04.2D23.2D48.5D49.2

Patient Education


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Skin Conditions

What does your skin do?

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It covers the entire outside of your body. There are many ways that your skin protects your body and helps keep you healthy. For example, it:

  • Holds body fluids in, which helps prevent you from getting dehydrated
  • Keeps out harmful germs, which helps prevent infections
  • Helps you feel things like heat, cold, and pain
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  • Makes vitamin D when the sun shines on it
  • Shields your body against heat and light

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There are many different problems and conditions which can affect your skin. Some of them can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as itching, burning, redness, and rashes. They might also affect your appearance. Some of the more common skin conditions include:

  • Acne, which causes pimples when hair follicles under your skin get clogged up
  • Burns
  • Cuts and scrapes
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  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis), which causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin
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  • Wear the right protective equipment, like gloves, long sleeves, knee and elbow pads, or helmets to protect against cuts, bumps and scrapes.
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  • When you are spending time outdoors, wear long sleeves and pants and use insect repellant to prevent insect bites.
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  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • When you take a shower or bath, use warm (not hot) water. Use mild cleansers and wash gently (don't scrub).
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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.

Footnotes

[1] Not chronic - A diagnosis code that does not fit the criteria for chronic condition (duration, ongoing medical treatment, and limitations) is considered not chronic. Some codes designated as not chronic are acute conditions. Other diagnosis codes that indicate a possible chronic condition, but for which the duration of the illness is not specified in the code description (i.e., we do not know the condition has lasted 12 months or longer) also are considered not chronic.