D13.6
Billable

Benign neoplasm of pancreas

Billable / Specific Code

What is Benign neoplasm of pancreas?

ICD-10-CM D13.6 is the diagnosis code for Benign neoplasm of pancreas. This code falls under the section "Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D13.6

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D13.6. They are mutually exclusive:

  • benign neoplasm of endocrine pancreas (D13.7)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D13.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is D13.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D13.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D13.6 mean?

D13.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Benign neoplasm of pancreas". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D13.6?

The parent code of D13.6 is D13 ("Benign neoplasm of other and ill-defined parts of digestive system"). D13.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D13.6 in?

D13.6 is located in Section D10-D36 — "Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D13.6?

Use D13.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Benign neoplasm of pancreas" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Benign neoplasm of pancreas?

The ICD-10-CM code for Benign neoplasm of pancreas is D13.6.

Can D13.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D13.6 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D13.6 in?

D13.6 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D13.6?

Type 1 Excludes for D13.6 include: benign neoplasm of endocrine pancreas (D13.7).

Is D13.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, D13.6 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
D13.6
Benign neoplasm of pancreas
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D10-D36 — Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
2026 ICD-10-CM