ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for D48.1
Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Coding Notes & Guidelines for D48.1
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of articular cartilage (D48.0)
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cartilage of larynx (D38.0)
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cartilage of nose (D38.5)
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective tissue of breast (D48.6-)
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective tissue of ear
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective tissue of eyelid
- Stromal tumors of uncertain behavior of digestive system
- Desmoid tumor of pelvic cavity
- Desmoid tumor, peritoneal, retroperitoneal
Desmoid tumor of buttock
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About ICD-10-CM Code D48.1 (Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue)
ICD-10-CM code D48.1 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM D48.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about D48.1 - Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue.