ICD-9-CM 376.01 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 376.01 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
2015/16 ICD-10-CM H05.019 Cellulitis of unspecified orbit
Approximate Synonyms
Abscess of orbit
Abscess of periorbital region
Bilat orbital cellulitis
Bilateral orbital cellulitis
Cellulitis of periorbital region
L orbital cellulitis
Left orbital cellulitis
Left orbital cellulitis (eye condition)
Orbital abscess
Orbital cellulitis, both eyes
Periorbital abscess
Periorbital cellulitis
R orbital cellulitis
Right orbital cellulitis
Right orbital cellulitis (eye condition)
Subperiosteal abscess of orbit
Subperiosteal orbital abscess
Clinical Information
An acute bacterial infectious process that affects the tissues surrounding the eye, including the eyelids, the eyebrow, and the cheek tissues. It is usually caused by haemophilus influenza, staphylococcus aureus, streptococcus pneumoniae, and beta-hemolytic streptococci. Signs and symptoms include swelling and pain of the eyelids, pain in the eye, painful eye movements, decreased vision, and fever. It is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention
Inflammation of the loose connective tissues around the orbit, bony structure around the eyeball. It is characterized by pain; edema of the conjunctiva; swelling of the eyelids; exophthalmos; limited eye movement; and loss of vision
2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 376.01 
intraorbital 376.01
retrobulbar 376.01
