ICD-10 Code D13.6 – Benign neoplasm of pancreas (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D13.6 – Benign neoplasm of pancreas
What it is
D13.6 identifies a noncancerous tumor arising in the pancreas. Use it when documentation states a benign pancreatic neoplasm, without evidence of malignant behavior.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Patients may be asymptomatic, or imaging may show a pancreatic mass that is described as benign or nonmalignant.
When to use this code
Use D13.6 when the provider documents a benign neoplasm of the pancreas, such as a benign pancreatic mass or tumor. It also fits when pathology or imaging supports a benign pancreatic lesion and the record clearly excludes malignancy. Check documentation if the site, behavior, or diagnosis is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pancreatic cancer, carcinoma in situ, or lesions documented as uncertain or of unknown behavior. If the record only says “pancreatic mass” without a benign diagnosis, check documentation.
Coding tip
Code the benign behavior only when the documentation clearly supports it; otherwise, query for the exact pancreatic diagnosis.