H18.44
Non-billableKeratomalacia
H18.44 is the ICD-10-CM code for Keratomalacia. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as H18.441 for billing.
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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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •keratomalacia due to vitamin A deficiency (E50.4)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code H18.44?
- H18.44 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Keratomalacia". It falls under H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa.
- Is H18.44 a billable code?
- No — H18.44 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as H18.441) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of H18.44?
- H18.44 has 4 more specific child codes, including H18.441, H18.442, H18.443.
- What is excluded from H18.44?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): keratomalacia due to vitamin A deficiency (E50.4).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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