C71.5
BillableMalignant neoplasm of cerebral ventricle
C71.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Malignant neoplasm of cerebral ventricle. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
C00-D49 Neoplasms
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •malignant neoplasm of fourth cerebral ventricle (C71.7)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- BevacizumabVascular Endothelial Growth Factor Inhibitor [EPC]›
- CarmustineAlkylating Drug [EPC]›
- TemozolomideAlkylating Drug [EPC]›
- LomustineAlkylating Drug [EPC]›
- DordaviproneProtease Activator [EPC]›
- Trametinib›
- VorasidenibIsocitrate Dehydrogenase 1 Inhibitor [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 C71.5?
- C71.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Malignant neoplasm of cerebral ventricle". It falls under C00-D49 Neoplasms.
- Is C71.5 a billable code?
- Yes — C71.5 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from C71.5?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): malignant neoplasm of fourth cerebral ventricle (C71.7).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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