Chorioretinal inflammation (H30) ICD-10-CM
The H30 code range covers chorioretinal inflammation with 74 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 56 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the H30 Range 74 codes · 56 billable
- H30 Chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.0 Focal chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.00 Unspecified focal chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.001 Unspecified focal chorioretinal inflammation, right eye
- H30.002 Unspecified focal chorioretinal inflammation, left eye
- H30.003 Unspecified focal chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
- H30.009 Unspecified focal chorioretinal inflammation, unspecified eye
- H30.01 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, juxtapapillaryNon-billable
- H30.011 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, juxtapapillary, right eye
- H30.012 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, juxtapapillary, left eye
- H30.013 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, juxtapapillary, bilateral
- H30.019 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, juxtapapillary, unspecified eye
- H30.02 Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior poleNon-billable
- H30.021 Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, right eye
- H30.022 Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, left eye
- H30.023 Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, bilateral
- H30.029 Focal chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, unspecified eye
- H30.03 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheralNon-billable
- H30.031 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, right eye
- H30.032 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, left eye
- H30.033 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, bilateral
- H30.039 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, unspecified eye
- H30.04 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, macular or paramacularNon-billable
- H30.041 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, macular or paramacular, right eye
- H30.042 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, macular or paramacular, left eye
- H30.043 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, macular or paramacular, bilateral
- H30.049 Focal chorioretinal inflammation, macular or paramacular, unspecified eye
- H30.1 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.10 Unspecified disseminated chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.101 Unspecified disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, right eye
- H30.102 Unspecified disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, left eye
- H30.103 Unspecified disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
- H30.109 Unspecified disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, unspecified eye
- H30.11 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation of posterior poleNon-billable
- H30.111 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, right eye
- H30.112 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, left eye
- H30.113 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, bilateral
- H30.119 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation of posterior pole, unspecified eye
- H30.12 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, peripheralNon-billable
- H30.121 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral right eye
- H30.122 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, left eye
- H30.123 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, bilateral
- H30.129 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, peripheral, unspecified eye
- H30.13 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, generalizedNon-billable
- H30.131 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, generalized, right eye
- H30.132 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, generalized, left eye
- H30.133 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, generalized, bilateral
- H30.139 Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation, generalized, unspecified eye
- H30.14 Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathyNon-billable
- H30.141 Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy, right eye
- H30.142 Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy, left eye
- H30.143 Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy, bilateral
- H30.149 Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy, unspecified eye
- H30.2 Posterior cyclitisNon-billable
- H30.20 Posterior cyclitis, unspecified eye
- H30.21 Posterior cyclitis, right eye
- H30.22 Posterior cyclitis, left eye
- H30.23 Posterior cyclitis, bilateral
- H30.8 Other chorioretinal inflammationsNon-billable
- H30.81 Harada's diseaseNon-billable
- H30.811 Harada's disease, right eye
- H30.812 Harada's disease, left eye
- H30.813 Harada's disease, bilateral
- H30.819 Harada's disease, unspecified eye
- H30.89 Other chorioretinal inflammationsNon-billable
- H30.891 Other chorioretinal inflammations, right eye
- H30.892 Other chorioretinal inflammations, left eye
- H30.893 Other chorioretinal inflammations, bilateral
- H30.899 Other chorioretinal inflammations, unspecified eye
- H30.9 Unspecified chorioretinal inflammationNon-billable
- H30.90 Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, unspecified eye
- H30.91 Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, right eye
- H30.92 Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, left eye
- H30.93 Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the H30 range.
Birdshot Chorioretinopathy
A form of chorioretinitis characterized by multiple small, cream-colored LESIONS, symmetrically scattered mainly around the OPTIC DISK. These lesions are the most distinctive sign and often appear at the level of the RETINAL PIGMENT EPITHELIUM but, on occasion, suggest an even deeper infiltration and may ultimately lead to visual loss. An association with HLA-A29 antigen (see HLA-A ANTIGENS) has been observed in nearly all patients.
Chorioretinitis
Inflammation of the choroid in which the sensory retina becomes edematous and opaque. The inflammatory cells and exudate may burst through the sensory retina to cloud the vitreous body.
Choroiditis
Inflammation of the choroid.
Cytomegalovirus Retinitis
Infection of the retina by cytomegalovirus characterized by retinal necrosis, hemorrhage, vessel sheathing, and retinal edema. Cytomegalovirus retinitis is a major opportunistic infection in AIDS patients and can cause blindness.
Foveomacular Retinitis
A photochemical injury to retina tissues, usually at the RETINAL PIGMENT EPITHELIUM. It is commonly associated with sungazing, eclipse viewing, welding, or using a laser pointer without proper eye protection resulting in subjective visual disturbances (e.g., floaters) and reduced VISUAL ACUITY.
Multifocal Choroiditis
A multifocal uveitis syndrome involving the RETINAL PIGMENT EPITHELIUM and capillary layer of the CHOROID. It is characterized by chronic UVEITIS and multiple CHOROID lesions referred to as white dots, blurry vision, floaters, sensitivity to light, blind spots, and eye discomfort.
Retinitis
Inflammation of the RETINA. It is rarely limited to the retina, but is commonly associated with diseases of the choroid (CHORIORETINITIS) and of the OPTIC DISK (neuroretinitis).
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Hereditary, progressive degeneration of the retina due to death of ROD PHOTORECEPTORS initially and subsequent death of CONE PHOTORECEPTORS. It is characterized by deposition of pigment in the retina.
Usher Syndromes
Autosomal recessive hereditary disorders characterized by congenital SENSORINEURAL HEARING LOSS and RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA. Genetically and symptomatically heterogeneous, clinical classes include type I, type II, and type III. Their severity, age of onset of retinitis pigmentosa and the degree of vestibular dysfunction are variable.
White Dot Syndromes
A group of idiopathic multifocal posterior uveitis syndromes involving the CHOROID; RETINAL PIGMENT EPITHELIUM; and RETINA. They are characterized by multiple lesions of hypoautofluorescent dots in the FUNDUS OCULI and reduced VISUAL ACUITY. Several entities including BIRDSHOT CHORIORETINOPATHY are HLA-A ANTIGENS serotype A29 positive.
About the H30 Code Range
The H30 ICD-10 codes classify various forms of chorioretinal inflammation, which affect the choroid and retina of the eye. These codes detail different types, such as focal, disseminated, and other specific inflammatory patterns, each further specified by the affected eye—right, left, bilateral, or unspecified.
This group captures precise conditions including focal chorioretinal inflammation (H30.0) with subtypes like right or left focal choroiditis, and specialized forms such as juxtapapillary or macular involvement. The term "right focal choroiditis" maps directly to H30.001, aiding coders in connecting common synonyms with specific codes. Disseminated chorioretinal inflammation (H30.1), covering widespread retinal involvement, includes bilateral cases and conditions like "Disseminated chorioretinitis of right eye" under H30.101. Additionally, other chorioretinal inflammations (H30.8) cover unique diseases such as Harada’s disease (H30.81), and rarer presentations like serpiginous choroiditis and multiple evanescent white dot syndrome, linked to their respective codes. By using these ICD-10 codes, healthcare providers can accurately document and categorize the inflammation affecting the retina and choroid, ensuring clarity for medical records and research.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the H30 range?
Of the 74 codes in this range, 56 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the H30 range classify?
The range classifies chorioretinal inflammation. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
