ICD-10 Code H05.212 – Displacement (lateral) of globe, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H05.212 – Displacement (lateral) of globe, left eye
What it is
H05.212 identifies lateral displacement of the left eyeball within the orbit. Use it when the globe is shifted sideways from its normal position, not simply when the eye looks misaligned.
Clinical signs
Findings may include visible lateral prominence or abnormal position of the left eye in the socket. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the cause and degree of displacement.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents lateral displacement of the left globe, such as after trauma, orbital mass effect, or other orbital disease. Code only the documented laterality and direction. If the record only says proptosis or eye deviation, check documentation before assigning H05.212.
Do not use for
Do not use it for general strabismus, eyelid malposition, or unspecified orbital swelling without globe displacement. If the chart does not confirm left-sided lateral displacement, check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and direction in the provider note before coding H05.212.