Benign neoplasm of major salivary glands (D11) ICD-10-CM
The D11 code range covers benign neoplasm of major salivary glands with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
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 neoplasms of specified minor salivary glands which are classified according to their anatomical location
- benign neoplasms of minor salivary glands NOS D10.39
Codes in the D11 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the D11 range.
Adenolymphoma
A benign tumor characterized histologically by tall columnar epithelium within a lymphoid tissue stroma. It is usually found in the salivary glands, especially the parotid.
Myoepithelioma
A usually benign tumor made up predominantly of myoepithelial cells.
Submandibular Gland
One of two salivary glands in the neck, located in the space bound by the two bellies of the digastric muscle and the angle of the mandible. It discharges through the submandibular duct. The secretory units are predominantly serous although a few mucous alveoli, some with serous demilunes, occur. (Stedman, 25th ed)
Submandibular Gland Diseases
Diseases involving the SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND.
Submandibular Gland Neoplasms
New abnormal growth of tissue in the SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND.
About the D11 Code Range
ICD-10 code D11 and its subcodes are used to classify benign tumors of the major salivary glands, such as those found in the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands. These codes help identify noncancerous growths in these glands for medical diagnosis and billing.
The general category D11 covers benign neoplasms in any major salivary gland. Specifically, D11.0 is assigned to benign tumors of the parotid gland, commonly known by names like mixed parotid tumor, pleomorphic adenoma, or Warthin’s tumor, which are some of the most frequent benign salivary gland growths. The code D11.7 identifies benign neoplasms arising in other major salivary glands, including the floor of mouth, sublingual, or submaxillary glands. When the specific gland is not specified, D11.9 is used, encompassing various benign tumors such as myoepithelioma, adenolymphoma, or oncocytoma. Understanding these synonyms and code distinctions aids medical coders and practitioners in accurately documenting these nonmalignant salivary gland tumors for proper patient care and administrative processes.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the D11 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the D11 range classify?
The range classifies benign neoplasm of major salivary glands. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
