Benign neoplasm of trachea

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous tumor originating within the windpipe. These benign growths, such as papillomas or adenomas, do not metastasize but can cause symptoms like airway obstruction, cough, or hoarseness.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a benign neoplastic process affecting the trachea. This is typically supported by pathology reports confirming a non-malignant tumor, or imaging studies (e.g., CT scan, bronchoscopy) identifying a well-circumscribed, non-invasive mass.

• Ensure the pathology report explicitly states "benign" for the tracheal lesion.
• Differentiate from malignant tracheal neoplasms (e.g., carcinoma), which are coded elsewhere.
• Do not use for inflammatory polyps or other non-neoplastic tracheal lesions.