2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D23.39

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 cheek
• Benign neoplasm of skin of cheek
• Benign neoplasm of skin of chin
• Benign neoplasm of skin of eyebrow
• Benign neoplasm of skin of forehead
• Benign neoplasm of skin of nose
• Benign neoplasm of skin of temporal region
• Neoplasm of skin of chin
• Neoplasm of skin of eyebrow

Diagnostic Related Groups - MS-DRG Mapping

Diagnostic Related Groups (DRGs) are a classification system used to group together diagnosis codes for the purpose of reimbursement and healthcare management. DRGs are used to standardize the way hospitals and other providers are paid for inpatient services. In this system patients are grouped together based on their principal diagnosis in areas referred to as Major Diagnostic Categories (MDC). Once a patient is assigned a particular diagnostic category, providers receive a predetermined payment rate for the services rendered. This reimbursement rate is often fixed and is meant to cover the cost of care for that patient. Reimbursement is also affected by the relative weight of a diagnostic related group based on the severity of a patient's illness and the associated cost of care during hospitalization.

Diagnostic related groups encourage healthcare providers to focus on quality and efficiency in patient care while managing costs effectively. The diagnosis code is present in the following groups for version MS-DRG V41.0 applicable from 10/01/2023 through 09/30/2024.

MS-DRG	MS-DRG Title	MCD	Relative Weight
606	MINOR SKIN DISORDERS WITH MCC	09	1.5858
607	MINOR SKIN DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC	09	0.8935

The relative weight of a diagnostic related group determines the reimbursement rate based on the severity of a patient's illness and the associated cost of care during hospitalization.

Convert to ICD-9-CM Code

Source ICD-10-CM Code		Target ICD-9-CM Code
D23.39		216.3 - Benign neo skin face NEC
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

This 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.

Filter table of neoplasms:

Neoplasm, neoplastic	Malignant Primary	Malignant Secondary	CaInSitu	Benign	Uncertain Behavior	Unspecified Behavior
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »ala nasi (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, nose]	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »brow	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »cheek     »external	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »chin	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »columnella [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.390	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »eyebrow	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »forehead (skin)	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »jaw     »skin [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »nasolabial groove [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »nose, nasal     »ala (external) (nasi) [See Also: Neoplasm, nose, skin]	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »nose, nasal     »external (skin) [See Also: Neoplasm, nose, skin]	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »nose, nasal     »skin	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »ala nasi [See Also: Neoplasm, nose, skin]	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »brow [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »cheek (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »chin [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »columnella [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »eyebrow [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »forehead [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »glabella [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »jaw [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »nose (external) [See Also: Neoplasm, nose, skin]	C44.301	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »skin NOS     »temple [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »temple (skin) [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2
»Neoplasm, neoplastic   »temporal     »region       »skin [See Also: Neoplasm, skin, face]	C44.309	C79.2	D04.39	D23.39	D48.5	D49.2

Patient Education

Benign Tumors

Tumors are abnormal growths in your body. They can be either benign or malignant. Benign tumors aren't cancer. Malignant ones are. Benign tumors grow only in one place. They cannot spread or invade other parts of your body. Even so, they can be dangerous if they press on vital organs, such as your brain.

Tumors are made up of extra cells. Normally, cells grow and divide to form new cells as your body needs them. When cells grow old, they die, and new cells take their place. Sometimes, this process goes wrong. New cells form when your body does not need them, and old cells do not die when they should. These extra cells can divide without stopping and may form tumor.

Treatment often involves surgery. Benign tumors usually don't grow back.

NIH: National Cancer Institute

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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
• Helps control your body temperature
• Makes vitamin D when the sun shines on it
• Shields your body against heat and light

What problems and conditions can affect your skin?

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
• Dandruff, flaking of the skin on your scalp (the top of your head)
• Eczema (atopic dermatitis), which causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin
• Hives, which are red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin
• Insect bites
• Psoriasis, which causes itchy, scaly red patches
• Skin cancer
• Skin infections

How can I keep my skin healthy?

Since your skin protects your body in many ways, it's important to try to keep your skin healthy. For example, you can:

• Wear the right protective equipment, like gloves, long sleeves, knee and elbow pads, or helmets to protect against cuts, bumps and scrapes.
• If you do get a cut or scrape, clean it right away with soap and warm water. Put on a bandage to protect it while it heals.
• When you are spending time outdoors, wear long sleeves and pants and use insect repellant to prevent insect bites.
• Prevent sunburn by covering up and using sunscreen when outdoors.
• 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).
• Use moisturizers, like lotions, creams, or ointments, to prevent dry skin.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

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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.