ICD-10 Code H50.60 – Mechanical strabismus, unspecified (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H50.60 – Mechanical strabismus, unspecified
What it is
Mechanical strabismus is eye misalignment caused by a physical restriction or abnormality affecting eye movement, rather than a nerve or muscle-control problem. Use this unspecified code when the documentation confirms a mechanical cause but does not name the exact type.
Clinical signs
Patients may have visible ocular deviation, limited eye movement, or diplopia related to a restrictive process. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific cause and affected eye.
When to use this code
Use H50.60 when the provider documents mechanical strabismus and does not specify a more detailed subtype. It fits cases involving restriction from scarring, trauma, orbital disease, or other mechanical factors when the record remains nonspecific. Check documentation if the cause is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for paralytic, accommodative, or unspecified nonmechanical strabismus. If the record identifies a different strabismus type or a more specific mechanical cause, code that diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Query for the exact mechanical cause and laterality when the note only says “strabismus” or “eye deviation.”