Benign neoplasm of other endocrine glands and related structures

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating from endocrine glands other than the thyroid, adrenal, parathyroid, or pituitary. These benign growths do not invade surrounding tissues or metastasize but can still cause symptoms due to hormone overproduction or mass effect. Examples include benign neoplasms of the thymus, pineal gland, or carotid body.

Apply this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm of an endocrine gland not specified elsewhere. This includes conditions like benign thymoma, pinealoma (non-malignant), or chemodectoma (carotid body tumor) where malignancy has been ruled out. Pathological confirmation of benignity is typically required.

• Do not use for benign neoplasms of the thyroid (226), adrenal (227.0), parathyroid (227.1), or pituitary (227.3).
• Ensure documentation specifies "benign" and the specific endocrine gland involved; otherwise, query the provider.
• Consider an additional code for any functional activity or hormonal imbalance caused by the tumor.