Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D13

Benign neoplasm of other and ill-defined parts of digestive system

ICD-10-CM Code:
D13
ICD-10 Code for:
Benign neoplasm of and ill-defined parts of digestive system
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Neoplasms
    (C00–D49)
    • Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
      (D10-D36)
      • Benign neoplasm of other and ill-defined parts of digestive system
        (D13)

D13 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of benign neoplasm of other and ill-defined parts of digestive system. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Benign neoplasm of and ill-defined parts of digestive system

Non-specific codes like D13 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for benign neoplasm of and ill-defined parts of digestive system:

  • Use D13.0 for Benign neoplasm of esophagus - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.1 for Benign neoplasm of stomach - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.2 for Benign neoplasm of duodenum - BILLABLE CODE

  • D13.3 for Benign neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of small intestine - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.30 for Benign neoplasm of unspecified part of small intestine - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.39 for Benign neoplasm of other parts of small intestine - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.4 for Benign neoplasm of liver - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.5 for Benign neoplasm of extrahepatic bile ducts - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.6 for Benign neoplasm of pancreas - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.7 for Benign neoplasm of endocrine pancreas - BILLABLE CODE

  • D13.9 for Benign neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.91 for Familial adenomatous polyposis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D13.99 for Benign neoplasm of ill-defined sites within the digestive system - BILLABLE CODE

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Type 1 Excludes

Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
  • benign stromal tumors of digestive system D21.4

Patient Education


Benign Tumors

Tumors are abnormal growths in your body. They can be either benign or malignant. Benign tumors aren't cancer. Malignant ones are. Benign tumors grow only in one place. They cannot spread or invade other parts of your body. Even so, they can be dangerous if they press on vital organs, such as your brain.

Tumors are made up of extra cells. Normally, cells grow and divide to form new cells as your body needs them. When cells grow old, they die, and new cells take their place. Sometimes, this process goes wrong. New cells form when your body does not need them, and old cells do not die when they should. These extra cells can divide without stopping and may form tumor.

Treatment often involves surgery. Benign tumors usually don't grow back.

NIH: National Cancer Institute


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Digestive Diseases

When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and provide energy. This process is called digestion.

Your digestive system is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube. It runs from your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.

There are many types of digestive disorders. The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem. In general, you should see your doctor if you have:

  • Blood in your stool
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Unintentional weight loss
  • Heartburn not relieved by antacids

NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.