D30.21 - Benign neoplasm of right ureter
| ICD-10: | D30.21 |
| Short Description: | Benign neoplasm of right ureter |
| Long Description: | Benign neoplasm of right ureter |
| Status: | Valid for Submission |
| Version: | ICD-10-CM 2022 |
| Code Classification: |
D30.21 is a billable ICD-10 code used to specify a medical diagnosis of benign neoplasm of right ureter. The code is valid during the fiscal year 2022 from October 01, 2021 through September 30, 2022 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.
The following anatomical sites found in the Table of Neoplasms reference the parent code D30.2 of the current diagnosis code given the correct histological behavior: ureter, ureteral .
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 right ureter
- Benign neoplasm of ureter
Diagnostic Related Groups - MS-DRG Mapping
The is diagnosis code is grouped in the following groups for version MS-DRG V39.0 What are Diagnostic Related Groups?
The Diagnostic Related Groups (DRGs) are a patient classification scheme which provides a means of relating the type of patients a hospital treats. The DRGs divides all possible principal diagnoses into mutually exclusive principal diagnosis areas referred to as Major Diagnostic Categories (MDC). applicable from 10/01/2021 through 09/30/2022.
| MS-DRG | MS-DRG Title | MCD | Relative Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 656 | KIDNEY AND URETER PROCEDURES FOR NEOPLASM WITH MCC | 11 | 3.2817 |
| 657 | KIDNEY AND URETER PROCEDURES FOR NEOPLASM WITH CC | 11 | 1.9341 |
| 658 | KIDNEY AND URETER PROCEDURES FOR NEOPLASM WITHOUT CC/MCC | 11 | 1.5791 |
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 Code
The General Equivalency Mapping (GEM) crosswalk indicates an approximate mapping between the ICD-10 code D30.21 its ICD-9 equivalent. The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.
- 223.2 - Benign neoplasm ureter (Approximate Flag)
Table of Neoplasms
The parent code D30.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| »ureter, ureteral | C66. | C79.19 | D09.19 | D30.2 | D41.2 | D49.59 |
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.
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Ureteral Disorders
Your kidneys make urine by filtering wastes and extra water from your blood. The urine travels from the kidneys to the bladder in two thin tubes called ureters.
The ureters are about 8 to 10 inches long. Muscles in the ureter walls tighten and relax to force urine down and away from the kidneys. Small amounts of urine flow from the ureters into the bladder about every 10 to 15 seconds.
Sometimes the ureters can become blocked or injured. This can block the flow of urine to the bladder. If urine stands still or backs up the ureter, you may get a urinary tract infections.
Doctors diagnose problems with the ureters using different tests. These include urine tests, x-rays, and examination of the ureter with a scope called a cystoscope. Treatment depends on the cause of the problem. It may include medicines and, in severe cases, surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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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
[Learn More in MedlinePlus]
Ureteral Disorders
Your kidneys make urine by filtering wastes and extra water from your blood. The urine travels from the kidneys to the bladder in two thin tubes called ureters.
The ureters are about 8 to 10 inches long. Muscles in the ureter walls tighten and relax to force urine down and away from the kidneys. Small amounts of urine flow from the ureters into the bladder about every 10 to 15 seconds.
Sometimes the ureters can become blocked or injured. This can block the flow of urine to the bladder. If urine stands still or backs up the ureter, you may get a urinary tract infections.
Doctors diagnose problems with the ureters using different tests. These include urine tests, x-rays, and examination of the ureter with a scope called a cystoscope. Treatment depends on the cause of the problem. It may include medicines and, in severe cases, surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
[Learn More in MedlinePlus]
Related Codes Browser
| ICD Code | Description | Valid for Submission |
|---|---|---|
| D30 | Benign neoplasm of urinary organs | NON-BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.0 | Benign neoplasm of kidney | NON-BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.00 | Benign neoplasm of unspecified kidney | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.01 | Benign neoplasm of right kidney | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.02 | Benign neoplasm of left kidney | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.1 | Benign neoplasm of renal pelvis | NON-BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.10 | Benign neoplasm of unspecified renal pelvis | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.11 | Benign neoplasm of right renal pelvis | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.12 | Benign neoplasm of left renal pelvis | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.2 | Benign neoplasm of ureter | NON-BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.20 | Benign neoplasm of unspecified ureter | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.22 | Benign neoplasm of left ureter | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.3 | Benign neoplasm of bladder | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.4 | Benign neoplasm of urethra | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.8 | Benign neoplasm of other specified urinary organs | BILLABLE CODE |
| D30.9 | Benign neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified | BILLABLE CODE |
Code History
- 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 (First year ICD-10-CM implemented into the HIPAA code set)
