ICD-10 Code H50.89 – Other specified strabismus (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H50.89 – Other specified strabismus
What it is
H50.89 identifies a form of strabismus that is documented but does not fit a more specific ICD-10 category. Use it for other described eye misalignment when the record supports a distinct type.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings in strabismus include visible eye misalignment, abnormal ocular alignment on exam, or complaints of double vision when the condition is symptomatic.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents strabismus but the type is not captured by a more specific code, and the chart supports “other specified” misalignment. It is appropriate when the note names a recognized variant not otherwise classified. If the documentation is vague, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use H50.89 when the record supports a more specific strabismus code, such as esotropia, exotropia, or paralytic strabismus. Avoid it for nonspecific eye complaints without documented misalignment.
Coding tip
Choose H50.89 only after confirming the provider has documented a specific strabismus that is not listed elsewhere.