ICD-10 Code B02.39 – Other herpes zoster eye disease (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B02.39 – Other herpes zoster eye disease
What it is
B02.39 identifies herpes zoster involving the eye or nearby structures when the condition does not fit a more specific eye-code description. It reflects shingles-related ocular disease requiring documentation of the eye involvement.
Clinical signs
Findings may include eye pain, redness, eyelid rash, tearing, or visual complaints after a dermatomal shingles outbreak. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact ocular site and severity.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record states herpes zoster eye disease but does not specify another coded subtype. It is appropriate for provider-documented ocular involvement linked to shingles, including cases involving the eyelid, conjunctiva, or other eye structures. You should confirm laterality and any more specific diagnosis if documented.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for uncomplicated shingles without eye involvement. Also avoid it when documentation supports a more specific herpes zoster eye diagnosis or when the eye findings are unrelated to zoster.
Coding tip
Query the chart for the exact eye structure involved before defaulting to B02.39.