ICD-10 Code H05.25 – Intermittent exophthalmos (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H05.25 – Intermittent exophthalmos
What it is
H05.25 identifies intermittent exophthalmos, a condition in which one or both eyes protrude forward at times rather than continuously. It usually reflects a positional or pressure-related orbital problem that should be documented clearly.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical notes may describe episodic eye bulging, asymmetry, or symptoms that appear with certain head positions, straining, or venous congestion.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents intermittent exophthalmos or intermittent proptosis as the diagnosis. It fits cases where the eye prominence is not constant and is recorded as a distinct orbital finding.
Code it only when the condition is specifically identified in the chart. If the note describes proptosis without stating that it is intermittent, check documentation before assigning H05.25.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for general eye swelling, eyelid retraction, or unspecified proptosis. If the record does not confirm intermittent exophthalmos, use the documented diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Confirm the word “intermittent” in the provider note; otherwise, query for clarification.