ICD-10 Code H25.22 – Age-related cataract, morgagnian type, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H25.22 – Age-related cataract, morgagnian type, left eye
What it is
Use this code for a senile cataract in the left eye with a morgagnian type pattern. It identifies an age-related lens opacity where the cortex has liquefied and the nucleus may settle inferiorly.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include decreased visual acuity, lens opacity, and a mature or hypermature cataract appearance. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific laterality and cataract type.
When to use this code
Assign H25.22 when the provider documents age-related cataract, morgagnian type, in the left eye. Use it for ophthalmology visits, preoperative evaluations, or problem lists when the diagnosis is clearly stated.
If the note only says cataract without type or laterality, check documentation before coding. You should code this only when the morgagnian type and left-eye involvement are both supported.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for cataracts that are congenital, traumatic, drug-induced, or due to other specified causes. Check documentation if the record does not confirm an age-related morgagnian cataract.
Coding tip
Verify both the cataract subtype and laterality in the ophthalmology note before assigning H25.22.