H35.5
Non-billableHereditary retinal dystrophy
H35.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Hereditary retinal dystrophy. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as H35.50 for billing.
H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are retinal disorders? Retinal disorders are conditions that affect the retina, the thin light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye. The retina senses light and sends signals to your brain so you can see. Retinal disorders can cause blurred or distorted vision. Some can lead to vision loss or blindness . What causes retinal disorders? The causes of retinal disorders vary. Aging is a common factor, but other…
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •dystrophies primarily involving Bruch's membrane (H31.1-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code H35.5?
- H35.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Hereditary retinal dystrophy". It falls under H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa.
- Is H35.5 a billable code?
- No — H35.5 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as H35.50) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of H35.5?
- H35.5 has 5 more specific child codes, including H35.50, H35.51, H35.52.
- What is excluded from H35.5?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): dystrophies primarily involving Bruch's membrane (H31.1-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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