ICD-10 Code H05.421 – Enophthalmos due to trauma or surgery, right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Enophthalmos due to trauma or surgery, right eye is H05.421.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H05.421 – Enophthalmos due to trauma or surgery, right eye

What it is

H05.421 identifies inward displacement of the right eye caused by prior trauma or surgery. Use it when documentation links the enophthalmos to an injury or operative history affecting the right orbit.

Clinical signs

Typical findings include a sunken appearance of the right eye and asymmetry of the orbits. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the confirmed cause and laterality.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents right-sided enophthalmos and states it is due to trauma or surgery. It also fits follow-up visits where the condition remains present after the original event. Check documentation if the cause is unclear or not linked to the right eye.

Do not use for

Do not use H05.421 if the record does not specify trauma or surgery, or if the affected eye is not the right eye. Check documentation for other orbital disorders that may better describe the finding.

Coding tip

Capture both laterality and cause exactly as documented, because missing either detail can change the code.

Similar Posts

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *