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ICD-10-CM Code for Benign neoplasm of other parts of oropharynx D10.5

ICD-10 code D10.5 for Benign neoplasm of other parts of oropharynx is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Neoplasms .

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Official Long Descriptor

Benign neoplasm of other parts of oropharynx
Benign neoplasm of epiglottis, anterior aspect
Benign neoplasm of tonsillar fossa
Benign neoplasm of tonsillar pillars
Benign neoplasm of vallecula
Excludes1: benign neoplasm of epiglottis NOS (D14.1)
benign neoplasm of epiglottis, suprahyoid portion (D14.1)

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level 2 or 3? exam and hx done but not included here
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Prolotherapy Billing
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D22.xx VS Q82.5
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