ICD-10 Code H05.21 – Displacement (lateral) of globe (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H05.21 – Displacement (lateral) of globe
What it is
H05.21 identifies lateral displacement of the eye globe from its normal position. Use it when the record documents the globe shifted sideways, usually as an anatomic finding rather than a cause.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical notes may describe visible eye misalignment, asymmetry, or a globe that sits laterally displaced on exam or imaging.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider clearly documents lateral globe displacement as the diagnosis or a confirmed finding. It may be supported by ophthalmic exam, imaging, or specialist assessment. Code the documented condition, not the underlying cause, unless separately reported.
Do not use for
Do not use for general eye deviation, proptosis, or other orbital abnormalities unless the record specifically states lateral displacement of the globe. Check documentation if the direction or nature of displacement is unclear.
Coding tip
Look for the word “lateral” in the assessment or impression and verify that the globe, not the eyelid or orbit, is the structure displaced.