ICD-10 Code H59.211 – Accidental puncture and laceration of right eye and adnexa during an ophthalmic procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H59.211 – Accidental puncture and laceration of right eye and adnexa during an ophthalmic procedure
What it is
H59.211 identifies an accidental puncture or laceration affecting the right eye or surrounding adnexa that occurs during an ophthalmic procedure. Use it for a documented procedure-related injury, not for the underlying eye disease.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see a recorded perforation, tear, or surgical injury involving the right eye structures during or after the procedure.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly states that an ophthalmic procedure caused an accidental puncture or laceration of the right eye or adnexa. It is appropriate when the injury is documented as a complication of the procedure. Check documentation for laterality and the specific structure involved.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for routine postoperative pain, expected surgical findings, or preexisting eye trauma. If the note does not link the injury to an ophthalmic procedure, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify that the provider documents both the procedure-related injury and right-sided laterality before assigning H59.211.