ICD-10 Code H43.811 – Vitreous degeneration, right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H43.811 – Vitreous degeneration, right eye
What it is
H43.811 identifies degeneration of the vitreous body in the right eye. The vitreous is the clear gel inside the eye, and degeneration usually means age-related or structural change.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings include floaters, vitreous opacities, or posterior vitreous changes noted on eye examination.
When to use this code
Use H43.811 when the provider documents vitreous degeneration specifically in the right eye. It is appropriate when the condition is the reason for the visit or is clearly documented as an active diagnosis.
Assign it from ophthalmology or other eye records when laterality is stated. Check documentation if the note describes vitreous detachment, hemorrhage, or another vitreous disorder instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unspecified eye laterality or for other vitreous conditions such as hemorrhage or detachment. Check documentation when the record is unclear.
Coding tip
Always confirm the right-eye laterality in the assessment or impression before assigning H43.811.