ICD-10 Code H10.812 – Pingueculitis, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Pingueculitis, left eye is H10.812.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H10.812 – Pingueculitis, left eye

What it is

H10.812 identifies inflammation of a pinguecula in the left eye. A pinguecula is a yellowish conjunctival lesion, and pingueculitis means it has become irritated or inflamed.

Clinical signs

Findings commonly include localized redness, irritation, and a swollen or tender pinguecula on the conjunctiva. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents pingueculitis specifically in the left eye. It fits visits for an inflamed pinguecula with left-sided laterality clearly stated in the note. If the record only says conjunctivitis or pinguecula without inflammation, check documentation.

Do not use for

Do not use H10.812 for pinguecula without inflammation, or for conjunctivitis not linked to a pinguecula. If laterality is not documented or another eye is involved, check documentation.

Coding tip

Confirm both the inflammatory diagnosis and left-eye laterality in the provider note before assigning H10.812.

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