Lipoma of intrathoracic organs

This code signifies the presence of a benign fatty tumor originating within organs located inside the chest cavity. These lipomas are non-cancerous growths composed of mature adipose tissue.

Assign this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of a lipoma affecting intrathoracic organs such as the mediastinum, lung, or pleura. This typically follows imaging studies (e.g., CT scan, MRI) and/or biopsy confirming the benign nature and location of the mass.

• Differentiate from malignant intrathoracic neoplasms; ensure pathology confirms benign status.
• Specify the exact intrathoracic organ involved if further detail is available and a more specific code exists (though 214.2 is fairly specific for this location).
• Do not use for lipomas of the chest wall or subcutaneous tissue, which would fall under different anatomical classifications.