ICD-10 Code H02.205 – Unspecified lagophthalmos left lower eyelid (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.205 – Unspecified lagophthalmos left lower eyelid
What it is
Use this code for incomplete closure of the left lower eyelid when the chart does not specify a cause. It indicates lagophthalmos limited to the left lower lid.
Clinical signs
Common findings include inability to fully close the left eye, visible eyelid gap, and possible exposure of the ocular surface. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Assign H02.205 when the provider documents unspecified lagophthalmos affecting only the left lower eyelid. Use it for diagnoses recorded on examination, consultation, or problem lists when no underlying cause is stated.
If the note identifies a specific etiology, such as paralysis, scarring, or trauma, code the documented condition instead or in addition as directed by the record.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for lagophthalmos of the upper eyelid, both eyelids, or the right eye. Check documentation if the cause is specified or if the finding is only transient.
Coding tip
Confirm laterality and eyelid location in the note; H02.205 applies only to the unspecified left lower eyelid finding.