ICD-10 Code H35.063 – Retinal vasculitis, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.063 – Retinal vasculitis, bilateral
What it is
H35.063 identifies inflammation of the retinal blood vessels in both eyes. Use it when documentation specifically states bilateral retinal vasculitis.
Clinical signs
Findings may include retinal vessel sheathing, leakage, or perivascular inflammation on eye examination. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents retinal vasculitis affecting both eyes, even if the underlying cause is not yet specified. It also fits follow-up visits when bilateral retinal vasculitis remains the active diagnosis. If the note only says uveitis or vasculitis elsewhere, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use H35.063 for unilateral retinal vasculitis or for nonspecific retinal inflammation without vasculitis. Check documentation if the condition is described only as systemic vasculitis with eye involvement.
Coding tip
Code the bilateral laterality only when the documentation clearly supports both eyes.