D22 ICD-10-CM Code: Melanocytic nevi
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
D22Melanocytic nevi
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where D22 sits
- 1
Chapter 2
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- 2
Section
Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors (D10-D36)
- 3
Category D22
Melanocytic nevi
- 4
Code D22
Melanocytic nevi
More specific choices
Codes under D22
D22 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
D22.0Melanocytic nevi of lip
D22.1Melanocytic nevi of eyelid, including canthus
D22.2Melanocytic nevi of ear and external auricular canal
D22.3Melanocytic nevi of other and unspecified parts of face
D22.4Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck
D22.5Melanocytic nevi of trunk
D22.6Melanocytic nevi of upper limb, including shoulder
D22.7Melanocytic nevi of lower limb, including hip
D22.9Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for D22.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for D22.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for D22.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for D22.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for D22.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code D22 mean?
D22 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Melanocytic nevi.”
Is D22 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. D22 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 D22 located in ICD-10-CM?
D22 is listed in Chapter 2, Neoplasms (C00-D49), within Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors (D10-D36) (D10–D36), under category D22, Melanocytic nevi.
What coding notes are listed for D22?
No inclusion terms are listed for D22 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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