H35.5

Non-billable

Hereditary 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.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
H00-H59
Parent
H35
Subcodes
5
Edition
FY2026

H00-H59 Diseases of the eye and adnexa

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What 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…

Read more about Retinal Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

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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