C93
Non-Billable

Monocytic leukemia

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Monocytic leukemia?

ICD-10-CM C93 is the diagnosis code for Monocytic leukemia. This code falls under the section "Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for C93

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as C93. They are mutually exclusive:

  • personal history of leukemia (Z85.6)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where C93 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
C93.0Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemiaNon-BillableC93.00Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia, not having achieved remissionBillableC93.01Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia, in remissionBillableC93.02Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia, in relapseBillableC93.1Chronic myelomonocytic leukemiaNon-BillableC93.10Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia not having achieved remissionBillableC93.11Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, in remissionBillableC93.12Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, in relapseBillableC93.3Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemiaNon-BillableC93.30Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, not having achieved remissionBillableC93.31Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, in remissionBillableC93.32Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, in relapseBillableC93.9Monocytic leukemia, unspecifiedNon-BillableC93.90Monocytic leukemia, unspecified, not having achieved remissionBillableC93.91Monocytic leukemia, unspecified in remissionBillableC93.92Monocytic leukemia, unspecified in relapseBillableC93.ZOther monocytic leukemiaNon-BillableC93.Z0Other monocytic leukemia, not having achieved remissionBillableC93.Z1Other monocytic leukemia, in remissionBillableC93.Z2Other monocytic leukemia, in relapseBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C93 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, C93 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does C93 mean?

C93 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Monocytic leukemia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is C93 in?

C93 is located in Section C81-C96 — "Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of C93?

C93 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: C93.0, C93.1, C93.3, C93.9, C93.Z.

When should I use C93?

Use C93 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Monocytic leukemia" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Monocytic leukemia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Monocytic leukemia is C93.

Can C93 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, C93 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is C93 in?

C93 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from C93?

Type 1 Excludes for C93 include: personal history of leukemia (Z85.6).

Is C93 valid for 2026?

Yes, C93 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousC92.Z2Other myeloid leukemia, in relapseNext →C93.0Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia
Code Details
C93
Monocytic leukemia
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
C81-C96 — Malignant neoplasms of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM