D49.81 ICD-10-CM Code: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of retina and choroid
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
D49.81Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of retina and choroid
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where D49.81 sits
- 1
Chapter 2
Neoplasms (C00-D49)
- 2
Section
Neoplasms of unspecified behavior (D49)
- 3
Category D49
Neoplasms of unspecified behavior
- 4
Subcategory D49.8
Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other specified sites
- 5
Code D49.81
Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of retina and choroid
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Dark area on retina
- Retinal freckle
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for D49.81.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for D49.81.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for D49.81.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for D49.81.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code D49.81 mean?
D49.81 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of retina and choroid.”
Is D49.81 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, D49.81 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is D49.81 located in ICD-10-CM?
D49.81 is listed in Chapter 2, Neoplasms (C00-D49), within Neoplasms of unspecified behavior (D49) (D49–D49), under category D49, Neoplasms of unspecified behavior and subcategory D49.8, Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other specified sites.
What coding notes are listed for D49.81?
Its listed inclusion terms are Dark area on retina; Retinal freckle. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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