ICD-10 Code H26.412 – Soemmering’s ring, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H26.412 – Soemmering’s ring, left eye
What it is
H26.412 identifies Soemmering’s ring in the left eye, a postoperative capsular lens remnant that can form after cataract surgery. It refers to a specific left-eye finding, not a general cataract diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include a ring-like accumulation of retained lens material in the capsular bag after lens extraction, sometimes noted on eye examination or imaging.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents Soemmering’s ring specifically in the left eye. It is appropriate for postoperative follow-up records, ophthalmology assessments, or problem lists that identify the left eye as affected.
Do not substitute a nonspecific cataract code when the note names Soemmering’s ring. If the laterality is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use it for cataract, posterior capsular opacification, or other postoperative lens changes unless Soemmering’s ring is explicitly documented. Check documentation for the correct eye and diagnosis.
Coding tip
Code the laterality exactly as documented; this code is for the left eye only.