ICD-10 Code H30.03 – Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H30.03 – Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral
What it is
This code identifies a localized inflammatory lesion in the choroid and retina at the eye’s peripheral fundus. It is used when the record specifies focal chorioretinal inflammation in the peripheral retina.
Clinical signs
Findings may include a discrete peripheral chorioretinal inflammatory area seen on ophthalmic examination. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality, extent, and whether active inflammation or residual scarring is described.
When to use this code
Use H30.03 when the provider documents focal chorioretinal inflammation limited to the peripheral retina. It fits ophthalmology notes describing a specific peripheral inflammatory focus, not a generalized posterior uveitis picture. Confirm that the diagnosis is recorded as chorioretinal inflammation rather than another retinal or choroidal disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific eye pain, conjunctivitis, or retinal disease without documented chorioretinal inflammation. If the record names a different inflammatory eye condition, check documentation and code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Match the code only to documented peripheral chorioretinal inflammation and capture any laterality or associated findings when the note supports them.