ICD-10 Code H16.411 – Ghost vessels (corneal), right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H16.411 – Ghost vessels (corneal), right eye
What it is
This code identifies ghost vessels in the cornea of the right eye. These are old, regressed corneal blood vessels that remain visible as faint channels.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include thin, gray-white vascular remnants in the corneal stroma, often seen on slit-lamp exam. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H16.411 when the provider documents ghost vessels specifically in the right cornea. It applies when the finding is present as a corneal abnormality, even if active neovascularization is no longer seen. If the note only describes corneal vascularization without “ghost vessels,” check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for active corneal neovascularization or for vascular changes in the left eye. If the record does not clearly identify ghost vessels or laterality, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify that “ghost vessels” and “right eye” are both documented before assigning H16.411.