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ICD-10 Code D17.22: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left arm
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 lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left arm 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
D17Benign lipomatous neoplasm
category
D17.2Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of limb
currentD17.2
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 PhysicianDermatologist
Related codes
D17.20Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of unspecified limbcodeD17.21Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of right armcodeD17.23Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of right legcodeD17.24Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left legcode
Sibling codes
D17.20Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of unspecified limbbillableD17.21Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of right armbillableD17.23Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of right legbillableD17.24Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left legbillable
Coverage-related procedures and services
CPT 11420high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER 0.5 CM OR LESS
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11421high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER 0.6 TO 1.0 CM
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11422high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER 1.1 TO 2.0 CM
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11423high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER 2.1 TO 3.0 CM
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11424high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER 3.1 TO 4.0 CM
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11426high
EXCISION, BENIGN LESION INCLUDING MARGINS, EXCEPT SKIN TAG (UNLESS LISTED ELSEWHERE), SCALP, NECK, HANDS, FEET, GENITALIA; EXCISED DIAMETER OVER 4.0 CM
Source: CMS coverage guidance
Coding guidelines
Common synonyms
Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left arm
Frequently asked questions
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