ICD-10 Code H35.60 – Retinal hemorrhage, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.60 – Retinal hemorrhage, unspecified eye
What it is
H35.60 identifies bleeding within the retina when the affected eye is not specified. Use it when the record documents retinal hemorrhage but does not name the right or left eye.
Clinical signs
Findings may include retinal blood seen on funduscopic exam, with visual symptoms that vary by cause and extent. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider clearly documents retinal hemorrhage and does not specify laterality. It also fits when the note confirms retinal bleeding but gives no more detail about the eye involved. If the record later identifies the eye, code the more specific option instead.
Do not use for
Do not use H35.60 for hemorrhage in another part of the eye, such as vitreous or conjunctival bleeding. Do not use it when the documentation identifies a different retinal disorder or a specific eye side.
Coding tip
Check the ophthalmology note for laterality before defaulting to unspecified eye.