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 2027, 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.
Benign Major Salivary Gland Neoplasm
A neoplasm that arises from the major salivary glands and is characterized by the absence of atypical or malignant cytological and architectural features, and absence of invasive features or metastatic potential. Representative examples include Warthin tumor, monomorphic adenoma, and pleomorphic adenoma.
Benign Parotid Gland Neoplasm
A neoplasm that arises from the parotid gland and is characterized by the absence of atypical or malignant cytological and architectural features, and absence of invasive features or metastatic potential. Representative examples include Warthin tumor, monomorphic adenoma, pleomorphic adenoma, and lipoma.
About the D11 Code Range
Benign neoplasms are noncancerous growths. This category describes those in the major salivary glands.
The subdivisions distinguish the gland named: D11.0 identifies the parotid gland, D11.7 identifies another major salivary gland, and D11.9 leaves the gland unspecified.
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, 2026 through September 30, 2027. 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 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
