ICD-10 Code H44.50 – Unspecified degenerated conditions of globe (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.50 – Unspecified degenerated conditions of globe
What it is
H44.50 identifies a degenerative condition affecting the eyeball, but the specific type is not documented. Use it when the record confirms globe degeneration without naming a more precise diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include visible structural change, chronic ocular deterioration, or reduced visual function, but you should not infer details that are not recorded.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents degeneration of the globe and does not specify the exact disorder. It is appropriate for encounter notes, problem lists, or referral documentation that remain nonspecific. If a more detailed diagnosis is stated, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use H44.50 when the chart identifies a specific degenerative eye disorder or a condition limited to another ocular structure. Check documentation if the term “degenerated” refers to something other than the globe.
Coding tip
Query the provider for specificity before defaulting to H44.50.