H33.40 – Traction detachment of retina, unspecified eye

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of choroid and retina

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H33.40
Code
H33.40 (claims format: H3340)
Description
Traction detachment of retina, unspecified 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
H30-H36 Disorders of choroid and retina
Parent codes
H33 › H33.4

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

H33 – Retinal detachments and breaks

Excludes1 (not coded here):

H33.4 – Traction detachment of retina

Applicable to:
  • Proliferative vitreo-retinopathy with retinal detachment

Related codes in H33.4

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H33.40?

H33.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for traction detachment of retina, unspecified eye, in the block H30-H36 (Disorders of choroid and retina).

Is H33.40 a billable code?

Yes. H33.40 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H33.40 belong to?

It belongs to category H33 – Retinal detachments and breaks.

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.