H34 – Retinal vascular occlusions
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of choroid and retina
ICD-10-CM code
H34
- Code
H34(claims format:H34)- Description
- Retinal vascular occlusions
- 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 H34
H34 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H34.0 – Transient retinal artery occlusionHeader (more codes below)
- H34.1 – Central retinal artery occlusionHeader (more codes below)
- H34.2 – Other retinal artery occlusionsHeader (more codes below)
- H34.8 – Other retinal vascular occlusionsHeader (more codes below)
- H34.9 – Unspecified retinal vascular occlusionBillable
Notes for H34
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- amaurosis fugax (G45.3)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H34?
H34 is the ICD-10-CM code for retinal vascular occlusions, in the block H30-H36 (Disorders of choroid and retina).
Is H34 a billable code?
No. H34 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.