ICD-10 Code H44.119 – Panuveitis, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.119 – Panuveitis, unspecified eye
What it is
Panuveitis is inflammation affecting all layers of the uvea, and this code is used when the affected eye is not specified. Use it for documented panuveitis when laterality is unclear or not stated.
Clinical signs
Typical findings may include eye pain, redness, photophobia, blurred vision, and floaters. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for evidence of anterior, intermediate, and posterior segment involvement.
When to use this code
Use H44.119 when the provider documents panuveitis but does not identify right, left, or bilateral eye involvement. It also fits when the note confirms diffuse uveal inflammation without a more specific eye designation. If laterality is documented elsewhere, code that specificity instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for isolated anterior uveitis, intermediate uveitis, posterior uveitis, or nonspecific eye pain without confirmed inflammation. Check documentation if the record does not clearly support panuveitis.
Coding tip
Verify both the diagnosis and laterality in the chart before assigning H44.119.