ICD-10 Code H25 – Age-related cataract (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H25 – Age-related cataract
What it is
H25 identifies cataract that develops with aging, causing clouding of the eye’s natural lens. Use it when the documentation states age-related or senile cataract.
Clinical signs
Common findings include gradual blurred vision, glare, reduced contrast, and trouble reading or driving. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H25 when the provider documents cataract as age-related, senile, or otherwise linked to aging. It may apply to unilateral or bilateral cataracts when no more specific subtype is recorded. If the note names a specific age-related cataract type, code that exact descriptor.
Do not use for
Do not use H25 for congenital, traumatic, drug-induced, or diabetic cataracts. If the cataract cause is documented differently, choose the more specific code. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for laterality and the exact cataract subtype before assigning H25.