ICD-10 Code H53.60 – Unspecified Night Blindness (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H53.60 – Unspecified night blindness
What it is
H53.60 identifies night blindness when the chart does not specify a cause. It means reduced vision in dim light or at night, but the documentation does not support a more specific diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Patients may report difficulty seeing in low light, especially while driving or moving in dark environments. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H53.60 when the provider documents night blindness, nyctalopia, or poor dark adaptation without naming an underlying condition. It is also appropriate when the record confirms the symptom but does not identify whether it is congenital, nutritional, retinal, or medication related. Check documentation if another eye disorder is present.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if the provider documents a specific cause of night blindness. Do not assign it when the record only notes general blurred vision or another visual complaint without night blindness.
Coding tip
Code the documented symptom only when the etiology is unspecified; otherwise, report the more specific underlying diagnosis.