ICD-10 Code H35.351 – Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.351 – Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
What it is
This code identifies cystoid macular degeneration in the right eye, a retinal condition involving cyst-like fluid spaces in the macula. It describes the affected eye and supports precise laterality coding.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include central visual blurring, reduced visual acuity, or distortion of straight lines. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation and ophthalmic examination findings.
When to use this code
Use H35.351 when the provider documents cystoid macular degeneration specifically in the right eye. You should choose this code when laterality is stated and the diagnosis is not documented as bilateral or unspecified.
If the record only says macular degeneration without cystoid change, check documentation before coding. Use the most specific diagnosis supported by the ophthalmology note or imaging report.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for left eye, bilateral disease, or unspecified eye documentation. Do not use it if the chart does not clearly support cystoid macular degeneration.
Coding tip
Always verify laterality in the ophthalmology note before assigning H35.351.