D16 – Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
ICD-10-CM code
D16
- Code
D16(claims format:D16)- Description
- Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- Block
- D10-D36 Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors
Billable codes under D16
D16 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- D16.0 – Benign neoplasm of scapula and long bones of upper limbHeader (more codes below)
- D16.1 – Benign neoplasm of short bones of upper limbHeader (more codes below)
- D16.2 – Benign neoplasm of long bones of lower limbHeader (more codes below)
- D16.3 – Benign neoplasm of short bones of lower limbHeader (more codes below)
- D16.4 – Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and faceBillable
- D16.5 – Benign neoplasm of lower jaw boneBillable
- D16.6 – Benign neoplasm of vertebral columnBillable
- D16.7 – Benign neoplasm of ribs, sternum and clavicleBillable
- D16.8 – Benign neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyxBillable
- D16.9 – Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecifiedBillable
Notes for D16
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code D16?
D16 is the ICD-10-CM code for benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, in the block D10-D36 (Benign neoplasms, except benign neuroendocrine tumors).
Is D16 a billable code?
No. D16 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.