ICD-10 Code H44.113 – Panuveitis, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.113 – Panuveitis, bilateral
What it is
Panuveitis is inflammation that affects the entire uveal tract of the eye. Bilateral means both eyes are involved.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include eye pain, redness, light sensitivity, blurred vision, and inflammatory signs involving the anterior chamber, vitreous, retina, or choroid.
When to use this code
Use H44.113 when the provider documents panuveitis in both eyes. Apply it when the record clearly identifies bilateral involvement, even if the underlying cause is not fully specified.
If the note only says uveitis, iritis, or choroiditis without pan-uveal involvement, check documentation before assigning this code. Code the documented laterality and specific diagnosis whenever possible.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unilateral panuveitis or for other isolated forms of uveitis. If the chart does not confirm bilateral disease, check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm both the diagnosis and laterality in the ophthalmology note before coding H44.113.