D20 ICD-10-CM Code: Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
D20Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where D20 sits
- 1
Chapter 2
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- 2
Section
Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors (D10-D36)
- 3
Category D20
Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
- 4
Code D20
Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
More specific choices
Codes under D20
D20 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for D20.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for D20.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for D20.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- benign lipomatous neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (D17.79)
- benign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue (D19.-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for D20.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code D20 mean?
D20 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum.”
Is D20 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. D20 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is D20 located in ICD-10-CM?
D20 is listed in Chapter 2, Neoplasms (C00-D49), within Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors (D10-D36) (D10–D36), under category D20, Benign neoplasm of soft tissue of retroperitoneum and peritoneum.
What coding notes are listed for D20?
No inclusion terms are listed for D20 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: benign lipomatous neoplasm of peritoneum and retroperitoneum (D17.79); benign neoplasm of mesothelial tissue (D19.-). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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