Benign neoplasm of unspecified ciliary body

This code signifies a non-cancerous growth originating from the ciliary body of the eye, where the specific location within the ciliary body is not documented. These benign neoplasms are typically slow-growing and may or may not cause visual disturbances or other ocular symptoms depending on their size and exact location.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a benign neoplasm of the ciliary body, but the physician has not specified a more precise anatomical location (e.g., pars plicata, pars plana). This code is appropriate when the pathology report or clinical notes confirm the benign nature of the lesion without further anatomical detail.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "benign neoplasm" and "ciliary body."
• Avoid using this code if a more specific anatomical site within the ciliary body is documented; instead, use a more precise D31 subcategory.
• Do not use this code for malignant neoplasms; refer to the C69 category for malignant eye neoplasms.