What is the ICD-10 code for renal angiomyolipoma?

The ICD-10 code for renal angiomyolipoma is D17.71, which specifies a benign lipomatous neoplasm of the kidney.

How is angiomyolipoma coded with tuberous sclerosis?

For angiomyolipoma associated with tuberous sclerosis, use D17.71 for the neoplasm and Q85.1 for tuberous sclerosis.

ICD-10 Coding for Renal Angiomyolipoma(D17.71, C64.9, D17.7)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for renal angiomyolipoma, including primary codes, documentation requirements, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:

AMLRenal AMLKidney Angiomyolipoma

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Renal Angiomyolipoma

C00-D49Primary Range

Neoplasms

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
D17.71	Benign lipomatous neoplasm of kidney	Use when imaging or pathology confirms a benign lipomatous neoplasm in the kidney.	Imaging confirmation of fat-containing renal mass Pathology report confirming benign nature
D17.9	Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified	Use only when the specific location of the neoplasm is not documented.	Use when the specific location of the lipomatous neoplasm is not documented.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Benign lipomatous neoplasm of kidney

D17.71Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Malignant neoplasm of kidney, unspecifiedC64.9

Use only if pathology confirms malignancy.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Renal Angiomyolipoma.

Failing to document tuberous sclerosis association

Impact

Clinical: Missed opportunity for comprehensive care management., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential loss of risk adjustment factor.

Mitigation

Review genetic testing results, Document any known genetic conditions

Using D17.9 when the location is specified

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to incorrect DRG assignment and reimbursement issues., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of health records.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies the kidney as the location to use D17.71.

Incorrect use of unspecified codes

Impact

Using D17.9 when the location is specified can trigger audits.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies the kidney as the location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with D17.71.

Primary Code

D17.71

Benign lipomatous neoplasm of kidney

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ICD-10 Coding for Renal Angiomyolipoma(D17.71, C64.9, D17.7)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for renal angiomyolipoma?

How is angiomyolipoma coded with tuberous sclerosis?

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