ICD-10 Code H35.732 – Hemorrhagic detachment of retinal pigment epithelium, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.732 – Hemorrhagic detachment of retinal pigment epithelium, left eye
What it is
This code identifies a hemorrhagic detachment of the retinal pigment epithelium in the left eye. It means blood has collected under the retinal pigment epithelium, causing it to lift away from the underlying layer.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include decreased vision, metamorphopsia, or a retinal exam showing a detached pigment epithelial layer with associated hemorrhage in the left eye.
When to use this code
Use H35.732 when the provider documents hemorrhagic detachment of the retinal pigment epithelium specifically in the left eye. You should code it when the diagnosis is confirmed by ophthalmic examination or imaging and laterality is clearly stated. Check documentation if the record only says retinal hemorrhage or pigment epithelial detachment without specifying hemorrhagic detachment.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for retinal hemorrhage alone, nonhemorrhagic pigment epithelial detachment, or unspecified eye involvement. If the chart does not identify the left eye, check documentation.
Coding tip
Always verify laterality and the word “hemorrhagic” before assigning H35.732.