ICD-10 Code H04.02 – Chronic dacryoadenitis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H04.02 – Chronic dacryoadenitis
What it is
H04.02 identifies chronic inflammation of the lacrimal gland, the tear-producing gland located above the outer eye. It is used when the condition is long-standing rather than acute.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include persistent swelling or tenderness in the lacrimal gland area, sometimes with eyelid fullness or discomfort. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly documents chronic dacryoadenitis or a chronic inflammatory process of the lacrimal gland. It fits outpatient, specialty, or problem-list documentation when the provider names the condition. If the note only says “eye swelling” or “lacrimal gland disorder,” check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use it for acute dacryoadenitis, generalized dry eye, or nonspecific eyelid swelling. If the chart does not specify chronic lacrimal gland inflammation, check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm that “chronic” is documented, because the acute and chronic forms are coded differently.