H33 – Retinal detachments and breaks
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of choroid and retina
ICD-10-CM code
H33
- Code
H33(claims format:H33)- Description
- Retinal detachments and breaks
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- 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
Billable codes under H33
H33 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H33.0 – Retinal detachment with retinal breakHeader (more codes below)
- H33.1 – Retinoschisis and retinal cystsHeader (more codes below)
- H33.2 – Serous retinal detachmentHeader (more codes below)
- H33.3 – Retinal breaks without detachmentHeader (more codes below)
- H33.4 – Traction detachment of retinaHeader (more codes below)
- H33.8 – Other retinal detachmentsBillable
Notes for H33
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H33?
H33 is the ICD-10-CM code for retinal detachments and breaks, in the block H30-H36 (Disorders of choroid and retina).
Is H33 a billable code?
No. H33 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.