D24.9 Benign neoplasm of unspecified breast

ICD10CM code

#### Name of the Condition
- **Benign Neoplasm of Unspecified Breast (ICD-10: D24.9)**
- Also referred to as benign breast tumor or non-cancerous breast growth.

#### Summary
- This condition involves the presence of a non-cancerous tumor or growth in the breast tissues. Such tumors do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body and are generally not life-threatening.

#### Causes
- The exact causes of benign breast neoplasms are not fully understood, but they may be linked to hormonal changes, genetics, or abnormalities in breast tissue.

#### Risk Factors
- Female gender, especially during reproductive years.
- Family history of breast conditions or tumors.
- Hormonal factors, including hormone replacement therapy and contraceptives.

#### Symptoms
- A palpable lump in the breast.
- Breast tenderness or pain.
- Changes in breast size or shape.
- Occasionally, no symptoms, with the neoplasm detected during routine screenings.

#### Diagnosis
- Physical examination by a healthcare provider.
- Imaging tests such as mammography or ultrasound.
- Biopsy may be conducted to confirm the nature of the neoplasm and rule out malignancy.

#### Treatment Options
- Observation: Monitoring the tumor for any changes if it is not causing symptoms.
- Surgical removal: Lumpectomy or excisional biopsy if the neoplasm grows, causes pain, or is problematic.
- Hormonal therapy may be considered in some cases to manage symptoms.

#### Prognosis and Follow-Up
- Generally good, as benign tumors do not metastasize.
- Regular follow-up appointments are important to monitor for any changes in the growth.

#### Complications
- Rarely, benign neoplasms may recur or become larger.
- There is a very low risk of a benign tumor developing into a malignant one.

#### Lifestyle & Prevention
- Regular breast self-examinations to detect changes early.
- Routine medical check-ups and imaging as recommended.
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with balanced diet and exercise.

#### When to Seek Professional Help
- Noticeable new lump or change in breast tissue.
- Persistent breast pain or discomfort.
- Skin changes over the breast or nipple discharge.

#### Additional Resources
- American Cancer Society (ACS): [cancer.org](https://www.cancer.org)
- National Breast Cancer Foundation: [nationalbreastcancer.org](https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org)
- Patient support groups and forums.

#### Tips for Medical Coders
- Ensure complete documentation is available for the unspecified nature of the neoplasm.
- Confirm with the healthcare provider if more specific information is needed but unavailable.
- Avoid miscoding by verifying the use of "unspecified" when the specific breast location is not documented.

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