D38.5 – Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code D38.5
Code
D38.5 (claims format: D385)
Description
Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
2. Neoplasms (C00-D49)
Block
D37-D48 Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes
Parent codes
D38

Notes for D38.5

Applicable to:
  • 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
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)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

D38 – Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of middle ear and respiratory and intrathoracic organs

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • neoplasm of uncertain behavior of heart (D48.7)

Block D37-D48

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • neoplasms of unspecified behavior (D49.-)
Notes:
  • Categories D37-D44, and D48 classify by site neoplasms of uncertain behavior, i.e., histologic confirmation whether the neoplasm is malignant or benign cannot be made.

Related codes in D38

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code D38.5?

D38.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other respiratory organs, in the block D37-D48 (Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes).

Is D38.5 a billable code?

Yes. D38.5 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does D38.5 belong to?

It belongs to category D38 – Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of middle ear and respiratory and intrathoracic organs.

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.