ICD-10 Code H54.52 – Low vision, left eye, normal vision right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H54.52 – Low vision, left eye, normal vision right eye
What it is
This code identifies low vision in the left eye with normal vision in the right eye. Use it when the record clearly states unilateral visual impairment affecting only the left eye.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical records note reduced visual acuity or functional vision loss in the left eye, while the right eye remains normal.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents low vision limited to the left eye and normal vision in the right eye. It may appear in ophthalmology notes, vision assessments, or problem lists. Ensure the laterality and the normal status of the right eye are both documented.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if both eyes are affected or if the right eye is not documented as normal. Check documentation when vision loss is described as blindness, unspecified low vision, or due to another eye disorder.
Coding tip
Confirm laterality and the exact vision status in the note before assigning H54.52.