C69.6
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of orbit
C69.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of orbit. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as C69.60 for billing.
C00-D49 Neoplasms
What this means — in plain language
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Includes
- •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
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •malignant neoplasm of orbital bone (C41.0)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- Melphalan Hydrochloride Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, for Solution›
- TebentafuspBispecific gp100 Peptide-HLA-directed CD3 T Cell Engager [EPC]›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code C69.6?
- C69.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of orbit". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
- Is C69.6 a billable code?
- No — C69.6 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as C69.60) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of C69.6?
- C69.6 has 3 more specific child codes, including C69.60, C69.61, C69.62.
- What is excluded from C69.6?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): malignant neoplasm of orbital bone (C41.0).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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