ICD-10 Code H54.3 – Unqualified visual loss, both eyes (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H54.3 – Unqualified visual loss, both eyes
What it is
H54.3 identifies significant visual loss affecting both eyes when the documentation does not specify the exact cause or type of impairment. Use it for bilateral vision loss that is recorded as unqualified or unspecified.
Clinical signs
Patients may report markedly reduced vision in both eyes, difficulty reading, recognizing faces, or navigating safely. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H54.3 when the provider documents bilateral visual loss without further detail, such as “unqualified visual loss” or similar wording. It also fits charted blindness or severe vision loss in both eyes when the record does not identify a more specific category. Check documentation if laterality or severity is clearer elsewhere.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unilateral visual loss, temporary blurred vision, or diagnoses that identify a specific eye disease causing the impairment. If the record gives a more precise visual impairment code, use that instead.
Coding tip
Verify laterality and specificity in the assessment before assigning H54.3.