ICD-10 Code H35.07 – Retinal telangiectasis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.07 – Retinal telangiectasis
What it is
H35.07 identifies retinal telangiectasis, an abnormal dilation of retinal blood vessels. It is used when documentation specifies this retinal vascular change rather than a broader retinal disorder.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include visible retinal vascular dilation, leakage, or associated retinal changes on ophthalmic examination or imaging.
When to use this code
Use H35.07 when the clinician documents retinal telangiectasis as the diagnosis or a confirmed retinal vascular finding. It is appropriate for ophthalmology notes, imaging reports, or problem lists that clearly name this condition.
Code it when the record distinguishes retinal telangiectasis from other retinal vascular diseases. Check documentation if the note only describes nonspecific retinal changes or suspected vascular abnormality.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for general retinal disease, diabetic retinopathy, or other vascular disorders unless retinal telangiectasis is specifically documented. Check documentation if the term is unclear.
Coding tip
Verify the exact ophthalmic diagnosis wording, because retinal vascular findings are often documented broadly and may need a different code.