2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D39

Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs

ICD-10-CM Code:
D39
ICD-10 Code for:
Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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D39 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2026 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 Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs

Non-specific codes like D39 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 neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs:

  • Use D39.0 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of uterus - BILLABLE CODE

  • D39.1 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of ovary - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.10 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of unspecified ovary - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.11 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right ovary - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.12 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left ovary - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.2 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of placenta - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.8 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified female genital organs - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use D39.9 for Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organ, unspecified - BILLABLE CODE

Code Classification

  • Neoplasms
    C00–D49
    • Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes
      D37-D48
      • Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of female genital organs
        D39

Patient Education


Ovarian Disorders

What are ovaries?

The ovaries are a pair of female reproductive glands that make eggs and female hormones. Women have one ovary on each side of the uterus (where a fetus grows during pregnancy). Each ovary is about the size and shape of an almond.

Ovaries play a role in menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Your ovaries:

  • Produce and store eggs that are released during ovulation (when an egg leaves the ovary and travels into the fallopian tube). If a sperm fertilizes the egg, you can become pregnant.
  • Make the female hormones estrogen and progesterone.
  • Stop making those hormones and releasing eggs during menopause.

Some medical problems can affect the ovaries. These can cause various symptoms, and some ovarian disorders may need prompt treatment.

What are the types of ovarian disorders?

Some problems that can happen with the ovaries can include:

  • Ovarian cancer is when a cancerous tumor forms in the tissues of an ovary.
  • Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs in or on an ovary.
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a set of symptoms related to an imbalance of hormones.
  • Primary ovarian insufficiency is when your ovaries stop working before age 40.
  • Ovarian torsion is a twisting of the ovary.
  • Endometriosis is when tissue like the lining in your uterus grows in other places in your body. It may affect the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and tissue lining the pelvis.
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection and inflammation of the uterus, ovaries, and other female reproductive organs.
  • Ovarian tumors.

What causes ovarian disorders?

Ovarian disorders can happen for different reasons depending on the condition. Sometimes the cause is unknown.

What are the symptoms of ovarian disorders?

Your symptoms may be different, depending on the problem with your ovaries. Some ovarian disorders, such as ovarian cysts, may cause few or even no symptoms. Other disorders may cause more severe symptoms. Symptoms can include:

  • Pelvic pain, which often happens during your period
  • Nausea or diarrhea
  • Vaginal bleeding that is between periods, very heavy, or longer than usual
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Painful menstrual cramps

How are ovarian disorders diagnosed?

To find out if you have a problem with your ovaries, your health care provider:

  • Will ask about your medical history, including your symptoms
  • Will ask about your family health history
  • Will do a physical exam, including a pelvic exam
  • May order imaging tests, or blood tests

What are the treatments for ovarian disorders?

Treatment depends on the ovarian disorder, your symptoms, overall health, and plans for pregnancy. Treatment can include medicines, such as pain relievers or hormonal birth control, lifestyle changes to reduce symptoms, or sometimes surgery. Ovarian cancer may require surgery, chemotherapy, or other targeted therapy.


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Uterine Diseases

What are uterine diseases?

The uterus, or womb, is the place where a fetus grows during pregnancy. Uterine diseases are conditions that affect the uterus. These diseases can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancerous). They may affect your menstrual periods, your ability to get pregnant, or the health of your reproductive organs.

Some types of uterine diseases include:

  • Adenomyosis. Tissue that usually lines the uterus grows on the outside walls.
  • Cervicitis. Swelling or inflamed tissue of the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus.
  • Endometrial hyperplasia. An overgrowth of normal cells inside the uterus.
  • Endometriosis. Tissue like the lining of the uterus grows in other places in your body.
  • Uterine prolapse. The uterus drops in to the vagina due to weakened pelvic muscles. This can happen after a few vaginal births, menopause, or because of obesity.

What causes uterine diseases?

Various factors can cause uterine diseases. These can include hormonal imbalances, thyroid problems, fibroids, polyps, cancer, infection, or pregnancy.

What are the symptoms of uterine diseases?

Your symptoms will depend on the type of uterine condition you have. The first sign of a problem with the uterus may be abnormal bleeding. Bleeding could occur between periods, be very heavy, or last much longer than usual. Other symptoms may include bleeding after sex or pelvic pain.

How are uterine diseases diagnosed?

To find out the cause of your symptoms, your health care provider may:

  • Ask about your symptoms and medical history
  • Do a pelvic exam
  • Order blood tests or imaging tests
  • Do a biopsy

What are the treatments for uterine diseases?

Treatment depends on the cause. It may include pain medicine, hormone therapy, or surgery. Your provider will work with you to choose the best treatment.


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Vaginal Diseases

Vaginal problems are some of the most common reasons women go to the doctor. They may have symptoms such as:

  • Itching
  • Burning
  • Pain
  • Abnormal bleeding
  • Discharge

One common problem is vaginitis, an inflammation of the vagina. Other problems that affect the vagina include sexually transmitted infections (STIs), vaginal cancer, and vulvar cancer. Treatment of vaginal problems depends on the cause.


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Code History

  • FY 2026 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2025 through 9/30/2026
  • FY 2025 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2024 through 9/30/2025
  • 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.