ICD-10 Code H44.30 – Unspecified degenerative disorder of globe (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.30 – Unspecified degenerative disorder of globe
What it is
H44.30 identifies a degenerative change in the eyeball when the record does not specify the exact type or cause. Use it for documented globe degeneration that is not otherwise classified.
Clinical signs
Findings may include chronic structural change in the eye, reduced vision, or abnormal globe appearance. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents an unspecified degenerative disorder of the globe and no more specific diagnosis is stated. It is appropriate when the chart confirms degeneration of the eyeball but does not name the underlying disorder. Check documentation if laterality or a more specific eye condition is recorded.
Do not use for
Do not use H44.30 if the record identifies a specific degenerative eye disorder, such as a named retinal, corneal, or scleral condition. Do not assign it when the note only describes symptoms without a diagnosis.
Coding tip
Query for specificity before coding, because a more detailed globe diagnosis may be available in the documentation.