ICD-10 Code D10.7 – Benign neoplasm of hypopharynx (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D10.7 – Benign neoplasm of hypopharynx
What it is
D10.7 identifies a noncancerous tumor arising in the hypopharynx, the lower part of the throat behind the larynx. Use it when documentation states a benign neoplasm in this site.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Patients may have throat discomfort, a sensation of a mass, swallowing difficulty, or voice changes, but the diagnosis depends on documented benign pathology or clinical assessment.
When to use this code
Use D10.7 when the record clearly documents a benign neoplasm of the hypopharynx, including pathology-confirmed lesions or provider-diagnosed benign masses in that location. It also fits when the site is specified as hypopharynx and no malignant behavior is described.
Check documentation if the lesion is described only as a growth, polyp, or mass without a benign neoplasm diagnosis. Code the documented site carefully and avoid assuming histology from limited wording.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for malignant tumors, dysplasia, or unspecified throat masses without confirmation of benign behavior. If the documentation names another anatomic site, choose the code for that location.
Coding tip
Verify both the benign nature and the hypopharyngeal site before assigning D10.7.