ICD-10 Code H15.059 – Scleromalacia perforans, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H15.059 – Scleromalacia perforans, unspecified eye
What it is
H15.059 identifies scleromalacia perforans affecting an unspecified eye. It describes severe thinning of the sclera, usually associated with long-standing inflammatory eye disease, without specifying right or left eye.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include marked scleral thinning, visible uveal show-through, and little or no pain. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact laterality and associated ocular inflammation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record documents scleromalacia perforans but does not identify the affected eye. It is appropriate when the clinician states the diagnosis clearly and laterality is not available or not specified.
If the note names a right or left eye, choose the laterality-specific code instead. Check documentation when the chart mentions other scleral disorders or related autoimmune eye disease.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for general scleritis, episcleritis, or nonspecific scleral thinning without documented scleromalacia perforans. Do not assign it when the affected eye is clearly stated elsewhere.
Coding tip
Verify laterality in the assessment, exam, and problem list before choosing the unspecified-eye code.