ICD-10 Code H44.2B2 – Degenerative myopia with macular hole, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.2B2 – Degenerative myopia with macular hole, left eye
What it is
This code identifies degenerative, or pathologic, myopia in the left eye when a macular hole is present. It captures a structural complication of high myopia affecting the central retina.
Clinical signs
Patients may have reduced central vision, distortion, or a central scotoma in the left eye. Examination or imaging may show a macular hole with findings of degenerative myopia; clinical features vary, refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents degenerative myopia in the left eye and specifically links it to a macular hole. It is appropriate for ophthalmology visits, retinal evaluations, or problem lists when the left-eye diagnosis is confirmed. If laterality or the macular hole is unclear, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use it for uncomplicated myopia, a macular hole without degenerative myopia, or disease in the wrong eye. If the record does not specify the left eye, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify both the degenerative myopia and the macular hole, plus left-eye laterality, before assigning H44.2B2.