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ICD-10 Code D16.4: Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face
Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 26 May 2026
What is this code?
ICD-10 codes are diagnosis classification codes used in healthcare records, reporting, coding workflows, and billing support. This code sits within the broader ICD-10 area for Neoplasms (C00-D49).
When is it used?
- May be used when a clinician documents benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face in a patient's medical record.
- May appear in hospital records, claims, referrals, and clinical documentation.
- This code can be used as a clinically usable diagnosis entry in standardized coding workflows.
What it does not mean
- A code alone does not explain severity, treatment plan, or outcome.
- A medical code should not be treated as a substitute for a doctor's diagnosis or advice.
Code hierarchy
chapter
2Neoplasms (C00-D49)
block
D10-D36Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
category
D16Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage
currentD16
Official coding notes
Inclusion terms
- Benign neoplasm of maxilla (superior)
- Benign neoplasm of orbital bone
- Keratocyst of maxilla
- Keratocystic odontogenic tumor of maxilla
Excludes2 (may code together if documented)
- benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone (D16.5)
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in hospital records, discharge summaries, insurance claims, encounter documentation, referrals, or other healthcare billing and coding records.
Related specialists
OncologistGeneral Physician
Related codes
D16.0Benign neoplasm of scapula and long bones of upper limbcategoryD16.1Benign neoplasm of short bones of upper limbcategoryD16.2Benign neoplasm of long bones of lower limbcategoryD16.3Benign neoplasm of short bones of lower limbcategoryD16.5Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bonecodeD16.6Benign neoplasm of vertebral columncodeD16.7Benign neoplasm of ribs, sternum and claviclecodeD16.8Benign neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyxcodeD16.9Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecifiedcode
Sibling codes
D16.0Benign neoplasm of scapula and long bones of upper limbD16.1Benign neoplasm of short bones of upper limbD16.2Benign neoplasm of long bones of lower limbD16.3Benign neoplasm of short bones of lower limbD16.5Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bonebillableD16.6Benign neoplasm of vertebral columnbillableD16.7Benign neoplasm of ribs, sternum and claviclebillableD16.8Benign neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyxbillableD16.9Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecifiedbillable
Coverage-related procedures and services
CPT 30460high
RHINOPLASTY FOR NASAL DEFORMITY SECONDARY TO CONGENITAL CLEFT LIP AND/OR PALATE, INCLUDING COLUMELLAR LENGTHENING; TIP ONLY
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 30462high
RHINOPLASTY FOR NASAL DEFORMITY SECONDARY TO CONGENITAL CLEFT LIP AND/OR PALATE, INCLUDING COLUMELLAR LENGTHENING; TIP, SEPTUM, OSTEOTOMIES
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 30410high
RHINOPLASTY, PRIMARY; COMPLETE, EXTERNAL PARTS INCLUDING BONY PYRAMID, LATERAL AND ALAR CARTILAGES, AND/OR ELEVATION OF NASAL TIP
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 30420high
RHINOPLASTY, PRIMARY; INCLUDING MAJOR SEPTAL REPAIR
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 30400high
RHINOPLASTY, PRIMARY; LATERAL AND ALAR CARTILAGES AND/OR ELEVATION OF NASAL TIP
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 30435high
RHINOPLASTY, SECONDARY; INTERMEDIATE REVISION (BONY WORK WITH OSTEOTOMIES)
Source: CMS coverage guidance
Mapped diagnoses and classifications
SNOMED_CT 92025003high
Benign neoplasm of bone of skull
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 92092005high
Benign neoplasm of ethmoid bone
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 255177009high
Benign neoplasm of face bone
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 92113003high
Benign neoplasm of frontal bone
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 188917006high
Benign neoplasm of lacrimal bone
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 92210009high
Benign neoplasm of maxilla
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
Coding guidelines
Compatibility
Legacy and official ICD code match exactly.
Legacy codes
D16.4
Common synonyms
Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face
Frequently asked questions
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