ICD-10 Code C69.2 – Malignant neoplasm of retina (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code C69.2 – Malignant neoplasm of retina
What it is
C69.2 identifies a malignant tumor arising in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Use it when the record documents a primary retinal cancer, not a nearby ocular site.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly noted findings may include visual disturbance, leukocoria, or an intraocular mass on exam or imaging, but you should code only what is documented.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents malignant neoplasm of the retina, retinal cancer, or a primary tumor specifically involving the retina. It may also apply when pathology, imaging, or ophthalmology notes clearly localize the malignancy to the retina.
If the chart only says “eye cancer” or names another ocular structure, do not assume C69.2. Check documentation for the exact site before assigning the code.
Do not use for
Do not use C69.2 for benign retinal lesions, metastatic disease to the eye, or tumors of other ocular sites such as choroid, ciliary body, or conjunctiva. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Code the most specific eye site documented; laterality and staging details may require additional codes if the record supports them.