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ICD-10-CM Code for Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of unspecified limb D17.20

ICD-10 code D17.20 for Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of unspecified limb is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Neoplasms .

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Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of unspecified limb

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How should I handle this issue with the doctor and code selection?
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