H16.229 – Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, unspecified eye
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body
ICD-10-CM code
H16.229
- Code
H16.229(claims format:H16229)- Description
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, unspecified eye
- Short description
- Keratoconjunct sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, unsp 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 › H16.2 › H16.22
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H16.22 – Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- Sjögren's syndrome (M35.01)
Related codes in H16.22
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H16.229?
H16.229 is the ICD-10-CM code for keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, unspecified eye, in the block H15-H22 (Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body).
Is H16.229 a billable code?
Yes. H16.229 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H16.229 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.