ICD-10 Code H44.11 – Panuveitis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.11 – Panuveitis
What it is
Panuveitis is inflammation involving all layers of the uvea: the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. Use this code when documentation specifies diffuse uveal inflammation rather than a single uveal segment.
Clinical signs
Clinical features may include eye pain, redness, photophobia, blurred vision, and floaters. Findings can also include anterior chamber and vitreous inflammation; clinical features vary, so refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H44.11 when the provider documents panuveitis, diffuse uveitis, or inflammation affecting the entire uveal tract. Code it from ophthalmology notes, discharge summaries, or problem lists when laterality is not required by the record. If the note only says “uveitis,” check documentation for the specific type.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for isolated iritis, cyclitis, choroiditis, or other single-site uveitis unless panuveitis is documented. Check documentation if the record describes infectious eye disease or another primary diagnosis.
Coding tip
Confirm the provider explicitly documents panuveitis before assigning H44.11, and query if the note only states nonspecific uveitis.