ICD-10 Code H04.201 – Unspecified epiphora, right side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H04.201 – Unspecified epiphora, right side
What it is
This code identifies tearing of the right eye when the cause is not specified. Use it when the record documents epiphora on the right side but does not name a more specific disorder.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include excess tearing, tear overflow onto the cheek, and possible irritation around the eye. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H04.201 when the provider documents right-sided epiphora without further explanation. It also fits when tearing is noted, but the chart does not confirm obstruction, infection, allergy, or another defined cause. Check documentation if laterality or etiology is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if the record specifies a different side or a defined cause of tearing, such as lacrimal drainage obstruction. Do not assign it when epiphora is absent or the symptom is only suspected.
Coding tip
Capture laterality exactly as documented, and query for a more specific diagnosis when the cause of tearing is stated.