ICD-10 Code H26.23 – Glaucomatous flecks (subcapsular) (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H26.23 – Glaucomatous flecks (subcapsular)
What it is
H26.23 identifies glaucomatous flecks in the subcapsular lens. Use it when documentation specifically describes this lens finding, which is associated with glaucoma-related ocular changes.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. The record should describe subcapsular flecks or a similar lens opacity linked to glaucoma, rather than a general cataract or other lens disorder.
When to use this code
Use H26.23 when the provider documents glaucomatous flecks, subcapsular, as the diagnosis or a confirmed ocular finding. It may appear in ophthalmology notes, exam summaries, or problem lists tied to glaucoma-related lens changes.
Code it only when the documentation is specific enough to distinguish this from other subcapsular lens opacities. Check documentation if the note mentions cataract, lens flecks, or glaucoma without naming this exact condition.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unspecified cataracts, other lens opacities, or glaucoma without documented subcapsular flecks. If the chart does not clearly identify the condition, Check documentation.
Coding tip
Match the exact ophthalmic wording in the note; this code depends on documented subcapsular glaucomatous flecks, not a broad glaucoma diagnosis.