ICD-10 Code H02.1 – Ectropion of eyelid (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.1 – Ectropion of eyelid
What it is
H02.1 identifies ectropion, a condition where the eyelid turns outward away from the eye. This can expose the inner eyelid and disrupt normal tear drainage.
Clinical signs
Common findings include outward lid eversion, tearing, irritation, and redness. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the affected eyelid and whether the condition is congenital, involutional, or due to scarring.
When to use this code
Use H02.1 when the provider documents ectropion of the eyelid as the diagnosis for the encounter. It is appropriate when the note identifies lid malposition causing exposure, epiphora, or ocular irritation. Check documentation if the cause or laterality is specified elsewhere.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for entropion, ptosis, or nonspecific eye redness without documented ectropion. If the record only mentions eyelid laxity or another lid disorder, check documentation.
Coding tip
Code from the provider’s exact wording and verify whether the note supports a specific eyelid or etiology.