ICD-10 Code H30.022 – Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H30.022 – Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, left eye
What it is
This code identifies a localized inflammatory disorder affecting the choroid and retina at the posterior pole of the left eye. It points to a specific anatomic site and laterality, not a cause.
Clinical signs
Findings may include reduced vision, blurred central vision, or a visible inflammatory lesion involving the posterior pole. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H30.022 when the clinician documents focal chorioretinal inflammation limited to the posterior pole of the left eye. You should also use it when the record clearly specifies left-eye involvement and no broader retinal or systemic diagnosis is documented.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific chorioretinal inflammation without laterality or posterior pole detail. Check documentation if the condition is bilateral, involves another retinal location, or is described under a different diagnosis.
Coding tip
Match the code to the exact eye and lesion location; laterality errors are common.