ICD-10 Code H04.202 – Unspecified epiphora, left side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H04.202 – Unspecified epiphora, left side
What it is
H04.202 identifies tearing from the left eye when the cause is not further specified. Use it when the chart documents epiphora on the left side but does not name a more specific lacrimal disorder.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include persistent or recurrent overflow of tears from the left eye. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and confirm whether obstruction, irritation, or another cause is described.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents left-sided epiphora without a more specific diagnosis. It also fits when the record notes tearing, watery eye, or lacrimation on the left, but does not identify the underlying cause. Check documentation if both eyes or a different disorder are mentioned.
Do not use for
Do not use it for bilateral epiphora, right-sided tearing, or a documented specific lacrimal condition. If the cause is known and coded elsewhere, choose the more precise diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Code the laterality exactly as documented, and do not assume the cause when the provider only records left-eye tearing.