Disorders of iris and ciliary body in diseases classified elsewhere (H22) ICD-10-CM
The H22 code range covers disorders of iris and ciliary body in diseases classified elsewhere with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Code First
Certain conditions have both an underlying etiology and multiple body system manifestations due to the underlying etiology. For such conditions, the ICD-10-CM has a coding convention that requires the underlying condition be sequenced first followed by the manifestation. Wherever such a combination exists, there is a "use additional code" note at the etiology code, and a "code first" note at the manifestation code. These instructional notes indicate the proper sequencing order of the codes, etiology followed by manifestation.
Codes in the H22 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- H22 Disorders of iris and ciliary body in diseases classified elsewhere
About the H22 Code Range
ICD-10 code H22 is used to classify disorders affecting the iris and ciliary body that occur as part of other diseases. These codes help identify eye problems linked specifically to systemic conditions rather than primary eye diseases.
This section includes conditions such as uveitis associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), whether antinuclear antibody positive or negative, and various onset types (persistent or extended). It also covers uveitis linked to infections like Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus Type 1 and inflammatory disorders such as ankylosing spondylitis, which may co-occur with anterior uveitis. Synonyms like “Uveitis due to juvenile idiopathic arthritis” or “Ankylosing spondylitis co-occurrent with anterior uveitis” directly relate to this code. Medical coders use the ICD-10 code for disorders of the iris and ciliary body in diseases classified elsewhere to capture these secondary eye complications accurately, ensuring precise documentation of systemic disease effects on the eye.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the H22 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 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 H22 range classify?
The range classifies disorders of iris and ciliary body in diseases classified elsewhere. 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.
