Malignant neoplasm of endocrine gland, unspecified

This code signifies a cancerous growth originating in an endocrine gland when the specific gland involved is not documented. It indicates a primary malignancy affecting hormone-producing organs such as the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, or pineal glands, but the precise anatomical site remains unknown.

Assign this code when medical record documentation confirms a malignant neoplasm of an endocrine gland, but the physician has not specified which particular gland is affected. This is typically used when pathology reports or imaging studies indicate malignancy within the endocrine system, but further specificity is lacking.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific endocrine gland (e.g., thyroid, adrenal) is documented; always code to the highest level of specificity.
• Query the provider for clarification on the specific endocrine gland involved whenever possible to assign a more precise code.
• This code should be used as a last resort when all attempts to gain further specificity have failed.