ICD-10 Code H44.3 – Other and unspecified degenerative disorders of globe (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.3 – Other and unspecified degenerative disorders of globe
What it is
This code identifies degenerative changes affecting the globe of the eye when the exact disorder is not named or fits the “other” category. Use it for documented globe degeneration that is not classified elsewhere.
Clinical signs
Findings may include progressive structural deterioration of the eyeball, reduced vision, or abnormal ocular appearance. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H44.3 when the provider documents a degenerative disorder of the globe and does not specify a more precise diagnosis. It also applies when the record states “other” or “unspecified” degeneration of the eyeball. If the note names a different ocular condition, code that condition instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for corneal, lens, retinal, or optic nerve disorders unless the provider clearly documents globe degeneration. Check documentation if the diagnosis is specific or better represented elsewhere.
Coding tip
Code the most specific documented eye disorder first, and use H44.3 only when the chart supports an unspecified or other degenerative globe diagnosis.