Question: What would the correct ICD-10 code be for a diagnosis of cherry angioma?
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Answer: In ICD-10, the hemangioma diagnosis codes are distinct by anatomical site:
In a dermatology setting, you’d be most likely to encounter D18.01.
What is it? A cherry hemangioma is made up of clusters of capillaries at the surface of the skin, forming a small round dome-like shape. They can range in color from bright red to purple.