ICD-10 Code H11.249 – Scarring of conjunctiva, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H11.249 – Scarring of conjunctiva, unspecified eye
What it is
H11.249 identifies scarring of the conjunctiva in an unspecified eye. Use it when the record documents conjunctival scar tissue, but laterality is not stated.
Clinical signs
Findings may include visible conjunctival fibrosis, adhesions, or a healed area on examination. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents conjunctival scarring and does not specify right or left eye. It also applies when the note describes residual scar tissue without a more specific conjunctival diagnosis. Verify that the condition is current, not merely historical.
Do not use for
Do not use H11.249 if the chart identifies the eye laterality; select the appropriate specified code instead. Do not assign it for corneal, eyelid, or other ocular scarring.
Coding tip
If laterality is missing, check the record before defaulting to unspecified eye.