H16.269
BillableVernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye
H16.269 is the ICD-10-CM code for Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHYour cornea is the outermost layer of your eye. It is clear and shaped like a dome. The cornea helps to shield the rest of the eye from germs, dust, and other harmful matter. It also helps your eye to focus. If you wear contact lenses, they float on top of your corneas. Problems with the cornea include: Refractive errors Allergies Infections Injuries Dystrophies - conditions in which parts of the cornea lose clarity…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code H16.269?
- H16.269 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye". It falls under H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa.
- Is H16.269 a billable code?
- Yes — H16.269 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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