D12.8
BillableBenign neoplasm of rectum
D12.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Benign neoplasm of rectum. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
C00-D49 Neoplasms
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHTumors are abnormal growths in your body. They can be either benign or malignant. Benign tumors aren't cancer. Malignant ones are. Benign tumors grow only in one place. They cannot spread or invade other parts of your body. Even so, they can be dangerous if they press on vital organs, such as your brain. Tumors are made up of extra cells. Normally, cells grow and divide to form new cells as your body needs them.…
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •benign carcinoid tumor of the rectum (D3A.026)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code D12.8?
- D12.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Benign neoplasm of rectum". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
- Is D12.8 a billable code?
- Yes — D12.8 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from D12.8?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): benign carcinoid tumor of the rectum (D3A.026).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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