ICD-10 Code H35.321 – Exudative Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Right Eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.321 – Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye
What it is
This code identifies exudative age-related macular degeneration affecting the right eye. It refers to abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the macula, which can damage central vision.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include blurred or distorted central vision, difficulty reading, and reduced visual acuity. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for confirmation of right-eye involvement and exudative disease.
When to use this code
Use H35.321 when the provider documents wet, neovascular, or exudative AMD in the right eye. It is appropriate when the record clearly specifies the right eye and does not describe the condition as dry or unspecified.
If both eyes are involved, check for the correct laterality-specific code set. When documentation is unclear, query the provider rather than assuming laterality.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for dry age-related macular degeneration or for unspecified macular degeneration. Check documentation if the note does not clearly state exudative disease in the right eye.
Coding tip
Always verify laterality and the term exudative, neovascular, or wet before assigning H35.321.