ICD-10 Code H31.329 – Choroidal rupture, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H31.329 – Choroidal rupture, unspecified eye
What it is
This code identifies a tear in the choroid, the vascular layer beneath the retina, in an eye that is not further specified. Use it when the record documents choroidal rupture but does not state right or left eye.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a traumatic break in the choroid, often seen on eye examination or retinal imaging. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact laterality and associated ocular injuries.
When to use this code
Assign H31.329 when the provider documents choroidal rupture and the chart does not identify the affected eye. It is appropriate for post-traumatic retinal or choroidal injury notes when laterality is missing or cannot be confirmed. Check documentation if the injury is linked to a more specific eye condition.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if the record specifies right or left eye, because a laterality-specific code is available. Do not use it for other choroidal disorders or retinal tears without documented choroidal rupture.
Coding tip
Before coding, verify whether the note states the affected eye; unspecified laterality should be used only when documentation truly lacks that detail.