ICD-10 Code H44.392 – Other degenerative disorders of globe, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.392 – Other degenerative disorders of globe, left eye
What it is
This code identifies a degenerative disorder affecting the left eye globe that does not fit a more specific diagnosis. Use it when documentation describes chronic structural degeneration of the globe, but names no better-defined condition.
Clinical signs
Findings may include visible or documented degeneration of the eye globe, with clinical features varying by cause and extent. If the record is nonspecific, check documentation for the exact degenerative change noted by the eye specialist.
When to use this code
Use H44.392 when the clinician documents an other degenerative disorder of the left globe and no more specific ICD-10-CM code applies. It is appropriate for ophthalmology notes that describe degenerative globe changes without naming a distinct disease. If the diagnosis is uncertain or incomplete, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for degenerative disorders of the right eye or bilateral disease. Also avoid it when the record supports a more specific ocular diagnosis, such as a different globe disorder or another eye condition.
Coding tip
Always confirm laterality and whether the provider documented a specific degenerative eye diagnosis before selecting H44.392.