Benign neoplasm of other major salivary glands

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating from one of the major salivary glands, excluding the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands. These benign neoplasms are typically slow-growing and do not metastasize, but can cause symptoms due to mass effect or obstruction.

Use this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm located in a major salivary gland other than the parotid, submandibular, or sublingual glands. This often applies to tumors found in accessory or ectopic salivary gland tissue. Supporting documentation should include pathology reports confirming benignity and the specific anatomical location.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "benign" and the exact major salivary gland involved to differentiate from malignant or unspecified neoplasms.
• Do not use this code for benign neoplasms of the parotid (D11.0), submandibular (D11.6), or sublingual (D11.5) glands.
• Confirm the tumor is a primary neoplasm; metastatic lesions to salivary glands would be coded differently.