ICD-10 Code H40.153 – Residual stage of open-angle glaucoma, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H40.153 – Residual stage of open-angle glaucoma, bilateral
What it is
This code identifies residual-stage open-angle glaucoma affecting both eyes. It means the condition has progressed beyond the initial active phase, and you should document the bilateral residual status clearly.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common records may note optic nerve damage, visual field loss, or stable chronic glaucoma findings in both eyes.
When to use this code
Use H40.153 when the provider documents residual-stage open-angle glaucoma in both eyes. Apply it for follow-up visits, problem lists, or assessments where the bilateral residual stage is specifically stated. If the stage or laterality is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for open-angle glaucoma without residual-stage documentation, or when only one eye is affected. Check documentation if the record instead describes another glaucoma type or an unspecified stage.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and stage in the note before assigning H40.153.