ICD-10 Code H05.219 – Displacement (lateral) of globe, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H05.219 – Displacement (lateral) of globe, unspecified eye
What it is
This code identifies lateral displacement of the eyeball in an eye that is not otherwise specified. Use it when the globe is shifted sideways from its normal position and the record does not name the eye.
Clinical signs
Findings may include visible sideways deviation of the eye, facial asymmetry, or abnormal globe position on exam. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H05.219 when the provider documents lateral displacement of the globe and does not specify right or left eye. It may appear in trauma, congenital, or orbital disease notes, but you should code only what is documented. Check documentation if the cause is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for general eye misalignment, strabismus, or eyelid abnormalities. If the record identifies the affected eye or a different orbital disorder, choose the more specific code.
Coding tip
Always verify whether the note specifies right, left, or bilateral involvement before assigning the unspecified-eye code.