H47 – Other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways
ICD-10-CM code
H47
- Code
H47(claims format:H47)- Description
- Other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways
- 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
- H46-H47 Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways
Billable codes under H47
H47 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H47.0 – Disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classifiedHeader (more codes below)
- H47.1 – PapilledemaHeader (more codes below)
- H47.2 – Optic atrophyHeader (more codes below)
- H47.3 – Other disorders of optic discHeader (more codes below)
- H47.4 – Disorders of optic chiasmHeader (more codes below)
- H47.5 – Disorders of other visual pathwaysHeader (more codes below)
- H47.6 – Disorders of visual cortexHeader (more codes below)
- H47.9 – Unspecified disorder of visual pathwaysBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H47?
H47 is the ICD-10-CM code for other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways, in the block H46-H47 (Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways).
Is H47 a billable code?
No. H47 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.