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215.0 Applies to LDD Diagnosis

Published on Mon Jul 02, 2012

Question: How do we report Lhermitte-Duclos in ICD-9?Alaska SubscriberAnswer:  You may report 215.0 (Other benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of head, face, and neck) for this condition.Explanation: Lhermitte-Duclos disease (LDD) is a rare, non-cancerous, slow growing tumor of the brain's cerebellum region. LDD may result in increased intracranial pressure. The patient may suffer from headaches, nausea, problems with movement and coordination, and visual disturbances. ICD-10: You'll find a code similar to 215.0 in ICD-10: D21.0 (Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of head, face and neck).
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