ICD-10 Code H02.534 – Eyelid retraction left upper eyelid (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.534 – Eyelid retraction left upper eyelid
What it is
This code identifies abnormal upward pulling of the left upper eyelid, leaving more of the eye exposed than normal. It describes the location and side, not the cause.
Clinical signs
Common findings include a widened palpebral fissure, visible sclera above the iris, and incomplete eyelid closure. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record specifically documents retraction of the left upper eyelid. It is appropriate when the clinician names the side and eyelid involved, even if the underlying cause is still being evaluated.
Choose it for chronic or acquired eyelid retraction documented on examination or in a specialist note. Check documentation if the note only mentions lid asymmetry, lagophthalmos, or a different eyelid position problem.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for ptosis, which is drooping of the eyelid, or for unspecified eyelid retraction without laterality. Check documentation when the record does not clearly identify the left upper eyelid.
Coding tip
Confirm both the side and the upper-lid location before assigning H02.534.