ICD-10 Code H02.153 – Paralytic ectropion of right eye, unspecified eyelid (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.153 – Paralytic ectropion of right eye, unspecified eyelid
What it is
Use this code for outward turning of the right eyelid caused by facial nerve weakness or paralysis. The affected eyelid is unspecified, so the record does not identify upper or lower lid.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include lid eversion, tearing, irritation, and exposure of the ocular surface. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific eyelid involved and the cause of the paralysis.
When to use this code
Assign H02.153 when the provider documents paralytic ectropion of the right eye and does not specify whether the upper or lower eyelid is affected. Use it for acquired eyelid malposition linked to paralysis, not for simple laxity alone.
If the note names a different eye, a specific eyelid, or another type of ectropion, choose the more precise code. Check documentation when the laterality or eyelid detail is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for involutional, cicatricial, or mechanical ectropion. It also should not be used when the chart does not confirm paralysis as the cause.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and eyelid detail; if the record says only “right paralytic ectropion,” H02.153 is the correct unspecified-eyelid choice.