ICD-10 Code H40.043 – Steroid responder, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H40.043 – Steroid responder, bilateral
What it is
This code identifies a bilateral steroid response, meaning both eyes show an increase in intraocular pressure after corticosteroid use. It is used when the eye pressure rise is linked to steroid exposure.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include elevated intraocular pressure in both eyes after topical, oral, inhaled, or injected steroid use. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific steroid exposure and eye findings.
When to use this code
Use H40.043 when the record documents steroid-induced ocular hypertension affecting both eyes, or a bilateral steroid responder state. You should also use it when the provider clearly links the pressure increase to corticosteroid therapy. Check documentation if laterality or causation is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for glaucoma without documented steroid response, or for unilateral steroid response. If the chart does not confirm steroid causation, check documentation before coding.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and steroid causation in the provider note before assigning H40.043.