Learn about pyogenic granuloma diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (L98.1), SNOMED CT concepts, and medical coding guidelines. Find information on pyogenic granuloma treatment, histopathology, and differential diagnosis for accurate healthcare coding and documentation. This resource provides essential information for physicians, clinicians, and medical coders seeking accurate and comprehensive details on pyogenic granuloma.
Also known as
Granuloma pyogenicum
A common benign vascular lesion.
Other benign skin lesions
Includes various non-cancerous skin growths.
Diseases of the skin and subcu
Encompasses a wide array of skin conditions.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the diagnosis confirmed as Pyogenic Granuloma?
Yes
Is the lesion on the gingiva?
No
Do not code as Pyogenic Granuloma. Review the clinical documentation for the correct diagnosis.
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Rapidly growing, friable bleeding nodule |
| Peripheral giant cell granuloma |
| Cherry angioma (Campbell de Morgan spot) |
Coding Pyogenic Granuloma without specifying the anatomical location leads to rejected claims and inaccurate data reporting. Use precise site-specific ICD-10 codes.
Miscoding other granulation tissues (e.g., exuberant granulation) as Pyogenic Granuloma results in inaccurate clinical documentation and skewed quality metrics. CDI crucial for clarity.
Failing to document pregnancy status for Pyogenic Granuloma in pregnant patients affects risk adjustment and complicates medical necessity audits. ICD-10 O codes mandatory when applicable.
Patient presents with a pyogenic granuloma, clinically identified as a lobular capillary hemangioma. The lesion, measuring [measurement in millimeters] in diameter, is located on the [location of lesion, e.g., gingiva, finger, lip]. It exhibits characteristics consistent with a pyogenic granuloma, including a friable, red-to-purple, exophytic nodule with a smooth or slightly irregular surface. The lesion is [pedunculated or sessile] and [tender or nontender] upon palpation. Patient reports the lesion [is or is not] prone to bleeding, especially with minor trauma. The onset of the lesion was approximately [duration] ago. Differential diagnosis includes peripheral giant cell granuloma, hemangioma, and squamous cell carcinoma. The patient's medical history is significant for [relevant medical history, e.g., pregnancy, trauma to the area]. No lymphadenopathy was noted. Treatment options including excisional biopsy, curettage, cryotherapy, and silver nitrate application were discussed. The risks and benefits of each procedure were explained, and the patient elected [chosen treatment]. A biopsy will be sent for histopathological analysis to confirm the diagnosis. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [timeframe] to monitor healing and assess for recurrence. ICD-10 code L98.1 is documented for this encounter. CPT code [relevant CPT code, e.g., 11400, 17110] will be used for billing, depending on the performed procedure. Patient education provided regarding wound care and signs of infection.