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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Low Vision

ICD-10 Coding for Low Vision

H54.0
H54.2

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for low vision includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Visual Impairment
Partial Sight
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Low Vision

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Low Vision

Use ICD-10 code H54.0 for blindness, both eyes, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Blindness, both eyes

Non-Billable
H54.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Visual acuity of 20/400 or worse in both eyes

Applicable To

  • • Complete loss of vision in both eyes

Important Notes

  • • Ensure visual acuity is documented for both eyes.

Low vision, both eyes

Non-Billable
H54.2
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Documented visual acuity between 20/70 and 20/400 in both eyes

Applicable To

  • • Partial sight in both eyes

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of visual acuity for both eyes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

H53.1

Glare sensitivity

Use when glare sensitivity is documented as a symptom.

Z44.8

Fitting of other external prosthetic devices

Use when low vision aids are prescribed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for low vision?

The ICD-10 code for low vision in both eyes is H54.2, which indicates partial sight in both eyes.

How do you code low vision in one eye?

Use H54.1 for blindness in one eye with low vision in the other. Specify laterality and visual acuity for accurate coding.

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