ICD-10 Code H44.511 – Absolute glaucoma, right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.511 – Absolute glaucoma, right eye
What it is
Absolute glaucoma, right eye means the right eye has end-stage glaucomatous damage with no useful vision remaining. Use this code when documentation specifically identifies the condition in the right eye.
Clinical signs
Findings usually reflect severe, irreversible optic nerve damage and profound vision loss. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H44.511 when the provider documents absolute glaucoma affecting only the right eye. It is appropriate for records describing end-stage glaucoma, blind painful eye, or complete loss of useful vision in that eye, if the diagnosis is stated.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for suspected glaucoma, ocular hypertension, or glaucoma in another eye. Check documentation if the record does not clearly state absolute glaucoma of the right eye.
Coding tip
Always confirm laterality and that the note identifies absolute glaucoma, not just advanced glaucoma.