ICD-10 Code H44.2E9 – Degenerative myopia with other maculopathy, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.2E9 – Degenerative myopia with other maculopathy, unspecified eye
What it is
This code identifies degenerative, or pathologic, myopia with a documented macular complication in an unspecified eye. Use it when the record states high myopia plus another maculopathy, but does not specify left or right eye.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings in degenerative myopia include elongated axial length, progressive visual distortion, and macular changes such as atrophy, lacquer cracks, or choroidal neovascularization.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents degenerative myopia with a macular disorder and the affected eye is not identified. It is appropriate for ophthalmology notes, problem lists, or imaging reports that confirm myopic maculopathy. Do not infer laterality from context if it is not explicitly stated.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for simple myopia without macular involvement, or when the record names a more specific retinal or macular diagnosis. Check documentation if the note identifies a right or left eye code instead.
Coding tip
Verify both the degenerative myopia and the maculopathy wording before assigning H44.2E9.