ICD-10 Code H54.5 – Low vision, one eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H54.5 – Low vision, one eye
What it is
H54.5 identifies reduced vision in one eye that is not fully correctable with standard glasses or contact lenses. Use it when documentation specifically states low vision affecting a single eye.
Clinical signs
Findings usually include persistent decreased visual acuity in one eye and functional difficulty with detail, reading, or recognizing objects. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H54.5 when the record clearly documents low vision in one eye and does not specify blindness or another more specific visual disorder. It may apply after ophthalmology evaluation, vision testing, or specialist documentation. Check documentation if laterality or severity is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for complete blindness, bilateral low vision, or temporary blurred vision without a documented diagnosis. If the chart describes another eye condition as the cause, code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Confirm that the note states low vision in one eye, because unspecified or bilateral findings may require a different code.