H53.45 – Other localized visual field defect
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Visual disturbances and blindness
ICD-10-CM code
H53.45
- Code
H53.45(claims format:H5345)- Description
- Other localized visual field defect
- 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
- H53-H54 Visual disturbances and blindness
- Parent codes
- H53 › H53.4
Billable codes under H53.45
H53.45 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Notes for H53.45
Applicable to:
- Peripheral visual field defect
- Ring scotoma NOS
- Scotoma NOS
Index terms for H53.45
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in H53.4
- H53.40 – Unspecified visual field defectsBillable
- H53.41 – Scotoma involving central areaHeader
- H53.42 – Scotoma of blind spot areaHeader
- H53.43 – Sector or arcuate defectsHeader
- H53.46 – Homonymous bilateral field defectsHeader
- H53.47 – Heteronymous bilateral field defectsBillable
- H53.48 – Generalized contraction of visual fieldHeader
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H53.45?
H53.45 is the ICD-10-CM code for other localized visual field defect, in the block H53-H54 (Visual disturbances and blindness).
Is H53.45 a billable code?
No. H53.45 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does H53.45 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.