Benign neoplasm of ribs, sternum and clavicle

This code identifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating in the bone tissue of the ribs, sternum, or clavicle. These are typically slow-growing lesions that do not metastasize and are often discovered incidentally or due to localized pain or swelling.

Apply this code when diagnostic imaging (e.g., X-ray, CT, MRI) or biopsy confirms a benign osseous neoplasm within the specified anatomical sites. Documentation should clearly state the benign nature of the tumor and its location within the ribs, sternum, or clavicle.

• Ensure the pathology report or imaging interpretation explicitly states "benign" to differentiate from malignant bone tumors.
• Do not use this code for benign neoplasms of other bone sites; specific codes exist for those locations.
• If the exact bone (e.g., specific rib) is documented, it does not alter the code selection as this code covers all three specified areas.