ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for C69.6
Malignant neoplasm of orbit
Coding Notes & Guidelines for C69.6
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
malignant neoplasm of orbital bone (C41.0)
Inclusion Terms
- Malignant neoplasm of connective tissue of orbit
- Malignant neoplasm of extraocular muscle
- Malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of orbit
- Malignant neoplasm of retrobulbar tissue
- Malignant neoplasm of retro-ocular tissue
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code C69.6 (Malignant neoplasm of orbit)
ICD-10-CM code C69.6 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM C69.6 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about C69.6 - Malignant neoplasm of orbit. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Malignant neoplasm of orbit.