ICD-10 Code H40.04 – Steroid responder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H40.04 – Steroid responder
What it is
H40.04 identifies a patient who develops increased intraocular pressure after steroid exposure. Use it when the chart documents a steroid response affecting the eye, not a general adverse effect.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include elevated intraocular pressure after corticosteroid use, sometimes with optic nerve or visual field changes if prolonged. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents steroid-induced ocular hypertension or a steroid responder status. It may apply during follow-up visits, ophthalmology evaluations, or when monitoring after topical, systemic, or injected steroid therapy. Check documentation for the specific eye involved if noted.
Do not use for
Do not use it for glaucoma without steroid association or for nonspecific eye pressure concerns. Do not code it when the record only mentions steroid use without any ocular response.
Coding tip
Assign H40.04 only when the provider clearly links elevated eye pressure to steroid exposure.