H49.882 – Other paralytic strabismus, left eye

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H49.882
Code
H49.882 (claims format: H49882)
Description
Other paralytic strabismus, left 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
H49-H52 Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction
Parent codes
H49 › H49.8 › H49.88

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

H49 – Paralytic strabismus

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • internal ophthalmoplegia (H52.51-)
  • internuclear ophthalmoplegia (H51.2-)
  • progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia (G23.1)

H49.88 – Other paralytic strabismus

Applicable to:
  • External ophthalmoplegia NOS

Block H49-H52

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • nystagmus and other irregular eye movements (H55)

Related codes in H49.88

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H49.882?

H49.882 is the ICD-10-CM code for other paralytic strabismus, left eye, in the block H49-H52 (Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction).

Is H49.882 a billable code?

Yes. H49.882 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H49.882 belong to?

It belongs to category H49 – Paralytic strabismus.

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.