H53.423 – Scotoma of blind spot area, bilateral
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Visual disturbances and blindness
ICD-10-CM code
H53.423
- Code
H53.423(claims format:H53423)- Description
- Scotoma of blind spot area, bilateral
- 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
- H53-H54 Visual disturbances and blindness
- Parent codes
- H53 › H53.4 › H53.42
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H53.42 – Scotoma of blind spot area
Applicable to:
- Enlarged blind spot
Related codes in H53.42
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H53.423?
H53.423 is the ICD-10-CM code for scotoma of blind spot area, bilateral, in the block H53-H54 (Visual disturbances and blindness).
Is H53.423 a billable code?
Yes. H53.423 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H53.423 belong to?
It belongs to category H53 – Visual disturbances.
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.