H35.81 – Retinal edema
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of choroid and retina
ICD-10-CM code
H35.81
- Code
H35.81(claims format:H3581)- Description
- Retinal edema
- 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
- H35 › H35.8
Notes for H35.81
Applicable to:
- Retinal cotton wool spots
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H35 – Other retinal disorders
Excludes2 (not included here):
H35.8 – Other specified retinal disorders
Excludes2 (not included here):
- retinal hemorrhage (H35.6-)
Index terms for H35.81
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in H35.8
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H35.81?
H35.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for retinal edema, in the block H30-H36 (Disorders of choroid and retina).
Is H35.81 a billable code?
Yes. H35.81 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H35.81 belong to?
It belongs to category H35 – Other retinal disorders.
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.