Benign neoplasm of endocrine gland, unspecified

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating from an endocrine gland, where the specific gland involved is not documented. It indicates a localized, non-malignant growth within the hormone-producing system without further anatomical specificity.

Use this code when medical record documentation confirms a benign neoplasm of an endocrine gland but does not specify which gland (e.g., "benign endocrine tumor, site unspecified"). This is appropriate when the physician has diagnosed a benign growth but further diagnostic workup to pinpoint the exact gland is pending or not performed.

• Avoid using this code if the specific endocrine gland is identified; instead, use a more precise code from the D35.0-D35.8 series.
• Query the provider for clarification if the documentation mentions a benign endocrine neoplasm but omits the specific gland, to allow for more specific coding.
• This code should generally be a last resort when no further specificity can be obtained regarding the endocrine gland involved.