ICD-10 Code H25.032 – Anterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H25.032 – Anterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
What it is
This code identifies an age-related cataract in the left eye with an anterior subcapsular polar pattern. Use it when documentation specifies this exact cataract type and laterality.
Clinical signs
Findings usually include gradual blurred vision, glare, and reduced visual clarity in the affected eye. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the documented cataract type and eye.
When to use this code
Use H25.032 when the provider documents anterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract in the left eye. It also fits ophthalmology notes, exam findings, or surgical evaluations that identify this precise diagnosis.
If the record only says age-related cataract without laterality or subtype, check documentation before coding. Do not assume the left eye or this specific morphology from a general cataract diagnosis.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for traumatic, congenital, secondary, or unspecified cataracts. Also avoid it when the documentation does not confirm the left eye or the anterior subcapsular polar subtype.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and cataract subtype in the note before assigning H25.032.