ICD-10 Code H53.52 – Acquired color vision deficiency (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H53.52 – Acquired color vision deficiency
What it is
H53.52 identifies an acquired problem with color discrimination, meaning the patient develops reduced ability to distinguish colors after previously normal vision. It is not used for lifelong or inherited color blindness.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include difficulty telling certain colors apart, especially red-green or blue-yellow differences, depending on the cause. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record documents acquired color vision deficiency, color discrimination loss, or color blindness that developed after birth. It may appear with ocular disease, optic nerve disorders, or medication-related visual changes, but you should code only what is documented.
Do not use for
Do not use H53.52 for congenital color vision defects or nonspecific visual disturbance without documented color vision loss. Check documentation if the note does not clearly state an acquired condition.
Coding tip
Confirm that the chart specifies acquired color vision deficiency, not inherited color blindness or a general vision complaint.