H53.9 – Unspecified visual disturbance
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Visual disturbances and blindness
ICD-10-CM code
H53.9
- Code
H53.9(claims format:H539)- Description
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- 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
Index terms for H53.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in H53
- H53.0 – Amblyopia ex anopsiaHeader
- H53.1 – Subjective visual disturbancesHeader
- H53.2 – DiplopiaBillable
- H53.3 – Other and unspecified disorders of binocular visionHeader
- H53.4 – Visual field defectsHeader
- H53.5 – Color vision deficienciesHeader
- H53.6 – Night blindnessHeader
- H53.7 – Vision sensitivity deficienciesHeader
- H53.8 – Other visual disturbancesBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H53.9?
H53.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for unspecified visual disturbance, in the block H53-H54 (Visual disturbances and blindness).
Is H53.9 a billable code?
Yes. H53.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H53.9 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.