Benign carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung

This code signifies a non-cancerous neuroendocrine tumor originating in the bronchial tree or lung tissue. These tumors are typically slow-growing and have a low potential for metastasis, distinguishing them from more aggressive lung malignancies.

This code is appropriate for documenting a confirmed diagnosis of a benign carcinoid tumor affecting the bronchus or lung. Use this code when pathology reports definitively classify the tumor as benign and of carcinoid origin.

• Ensure pathology documentation explicitly states "benign carcinoid tumor" and specifies the bronchus or lung as the primary site.
• Distinguish from malignant carcinoid tumors (C7A.09X) or other benign lung neoplasms.
• Do not use for atypical carcinoids, which are considered malignant.