ICD-10 Code H33 – Retinal detachments and breaks (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H33 – Retinal detachments and breaks
What it is
H33 identifies disorders where the retina separates from the underlying tissue or develops a break. Use it for documented retinal detachment or retinal tear diagnoses, not for vague visual complaints.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings include flashes, floaters, a curtain-like visual field loss, or a visible retinal break on eye examination.
When to use this code
Use H33 when the provider documents retinal detachment, retinal tear, or related retinal break as the diagnosis. It also fits follow-up encounters when the condition remains active and is still being managed. If the note only says “vision changes,” check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use H33 for nonspecific blurred vision, vitreous floaters alone, or other eye disorders without a retinal detachment or break diagnosis. Check documentation if the record does not clearly identify the retinal condition.
Coding tip
Code the documented retinal diagnosis exactly and confirm laterality or acuity details when the record provides them.