ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for D38.5
Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs
Coding Notes & Guidelines for D38.5
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of ear (external) (skin) (D48.5)
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of nose NOS (D48.7)
- neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin of nose (D48.5)
Inclusion Terms
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of accessory sinuses
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cartilage of nose
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of middle ear
- Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of nasal cavities
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code D38.5 (Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs)
ICD-10-CM code D38.5 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM D38.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about D38.5 - Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs.