ICD-10 Code D16.30 – Benign neoplasm of short bones of unspecified lower limb (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D16.30 – Benign neoplasm of short bones of unspecified lower limb
What it is
D16.30 identifies a noncancerous tumor arising in the short bones of an unspecified lower limb. Use it when the record states a benign bone neoplasm and does not specify the exact bone or side.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Benign bone tumors may be found on imaging or after evaluation of localized pain, swelling, or an incidental bone lesion.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a benign neoplasm involving short bones in the lower limb and the laterality is not specified. It also fits cases where the exact short bone is not named in the chart. Check documentation if the lesion is described as uncertain, malignant, or metastatic.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for malignant bone tumors, metastatic disease, or nonspecific bone pain without a documented benign neoplasm. If the record identifies a different bone site or a specific laterality, code that more precise diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Confirm both benign behavior and unspecified lower-limb location before assigning D16.30.