ICD-10 Code H26.062 – Combined forms of infantile and juvenile cataract, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H26.062 – Combined forms of infantile and juvenile cataract, left eye
What it is
This code identifies a combined cataract affecting the left eye in an infant or child. It means the lens has more than one type of opacity and the condition is documented as left-sided.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include decreased visual acuity, a cloudy or white lens, and abnormal red reflex. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H26.062 when the provider documents a combined form of infantile and juvenile cataract in the left eye. It is appropriate for pediatric ophthalmology notes, operative records, or problem lists that specify laterality. Check documentation if the cataract type or eye is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for cataracts in the right eye, bilateral disease, or unspecified laterality. Also avoid it when the record describes a different cataract type without combined features.
Coding tip
Always confirm both the cataract subtype and the left-eye laterality before assigning H26.062.