ICD-10 Code H54.511 – Low vision, right eye, category 1 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H54.511 – Low vision, right eye, category 1
What it is
This code identifies low vision in the right eye that meets category 1 criteria. It describes significant visual impairment that is not fully correctable with standard glasses, contacts, medication, or surgery.
Clinical signs
Patients may report difficulty reading, recognizing faces, or seeing details with the right eye. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, including the documented level of visual impairment and laterality.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents low vision limited to the right eye and specifies category 1. It is appropriate when the record supports reduced vision that remains after usual correction. Do not infer the category from general “vision loss” wording alone.
Do not use for
Do not use it for blindness, unspecified visual impairment, or low vision in the left eye or both eyes. Check documentation if the laterality or severity is unclear.
Coding tip
Confirm both the eye and the low-vision category in the note before assigning H54.511.