ICD-10 Code H54.2X1 – Low vision, right eye, category 1 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H54.2X1 – Low vision, right eye, category 1
What it is
H54.2X1 identifies low vision in the right eye, category 1. Use it when the record documents reduced visual function that is not fully correctable and is classified in this category.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see reduced visual acuity, limited visual field, or difficulty with reading and daily visual tasks in the affected eye.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider specifically documents low vision in the right eye and assigns category 1. It fits ophthalmology or vision-assessment notes that distinguish the right eye from the left or both eyes. Check documentation if laterality or category is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for simple refractive error, temporary blurred vision, or unspecified visual loss. If the chart does not confirm low vision category 1 in the right eye, use the documented diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Always verify laterality and the exact low-vision category before coding, because the code is specific to the right eye.