ICD-10 Code H59.811 – Chorioretinal Scars After Surgery for Detachment, Right Eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H59.811 – Chorioretinal scars after surgery for detachment, right eye
What it is
This code identifies chorioretinal scarring in the right eye that occurs after retinal detachment surgery. It describes a postoperative eye finding, not the detachment itself.
Clinical signs
Documentation may note scar tissue involving the choroid and retina after repair of detachment. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for postoperative retinal changes, laterality, and whether the finding is stable or symptomatic.
When to use this code
Use H59.811 when the record specifically states chorioretinal scars in the right eye following surgery for retinal detachment. It is appropriate for postoperative follow-up visits when the scar is the documented condition being addressed. Code it only when laterality and the surgical relationship are clear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for active retinal detachment, nonspecific retinal scars, or postoperative findings in the left eye or both eyes. Check documentation if the note does not clearly link the scar to prior detachment surgery.
Coding tip
Verify the operative history and laterality before assigning H59.811.