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H16.072 – Perforated corneal ulcer, left eye

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H16.072

Code: H16.072 (claims format: H16072)
Description: Perforated corneal ulcer, left eye
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 7. Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
Block: H15-H22 Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body
Parent codes: H16 › H16.0 › H16.07

Related codes in H16.07

H16.071 – Perforated corneal ulcer, right eyeBillable
H16.073 – Perforated corneal ulcer, bilateralBillable
H16.079 – Perforated corneal ulcer, unspecified eyeBillable

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H16.072?

H16.072 is the ICD-10-CM code for perforated corneal ulcer, left eye, in the block H15-H22 (Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body).

Is H16.072 a billable code?

Yes. H16.072 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H16.072 belong to?

It belongs to category H16 – Keratitis.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.