ICD-10 Code H43.2 – Crystalline deposits in vitreous body (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H43.2 – Crystalline deposits in vitreous body
What it is
H43.2 identifies crystalline material seen in the vitreous body, the gel-like substance inside the eye. Use it when documentation specifically notes crystalline deposits in the vitreous rather than a broader vitreous disorder.
Clinical signs
Findings may include visible vitreous crystals on eye examination, sometimes with floaters or reduced visual clarity. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H43.2 when the provider documents crystalline deposits in the vitreous body as the diagnosis or a confirmed exam finding. It may appear in ophthalmology notes, especially when the vitreous is described with crystalline opacities or deposits. Check documentation if the chart only says “vitreous changes” or “floaters.”
Do not use for
Do not use this code for lens, corneal, or retinal crystals, or for nonspecific vitreous opacities without crystalline deposits. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Assign H43.2 only when the record clearly places the crystals in the vitreous body.