Disorders of vitreous body (H43) ICD-10-CM
The H43 code range covers disorders of vitreous body with 40 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 30 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 H43 Range 40 codes · 30 billable
- H43 Disorders of vitreous bodyNon-billable
- H43.0 Vitreous prolapseNon-billable
- H43.00 Vitreous prolapse, unspecified eye
- H43.01 Vitreous prolapse, right eye
- H43.02 Vitreous prolapse, left eye
- H43.03 Vitreous prolapse, bilateral
- H43.1 Vitreous hemorrhageNon-billable
- H43.10 Vitreous hemorrhage, unspecified eye
- H43.11 Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43.12 Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H43.13 Vitreous hemorrhage, bilateral
- H43.2 Crystalline deposits in vitreous bodyNon-billable
- H43.20 Crystalline deposits in vitreous body, unspecified eye
- H43.21 Crystalline deposits in vitreous body, right eye
- H43.22 Crystalline deposits in vitreous body, left eye
- H43.23 Crystalline deposits in vitreous body, bilateral
- H43.3 Other vitreous opacitiesNon-billable
- H43.31 Vitreous membranes and strandsNon-billable
- H43.311 Vitreous membranes and strands, right eye
- H43.312 Vitreous membranes and strands, left eye
- H43.313 Vitreous membranes and strands, bilateral
- H43.319 Vitreous membranes and strands, unspecified eye
- H43.39 Other vitreous opacitiesNon-billable
- H43.391 Other vitreous opacities, right eye
- H43.392 Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H43.393 Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43.399 Other vitreous opacities, unspecified eye
- H43.8 Other disorders of vitreous bodyNon-billable
- H43.81 Vitreous degenerationNon-billable
- H43.811 Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43.812 Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43.813 Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43.819 Vitreous degeneration, unspecified eye
- H43.82 Vitreomacular adhesionNon-billable
- H43.821 Vitreomacular adhesion, right eye
- H43.822 Vitreomacular adhesion, left eye
- H43.823 Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
- H43.829 Vitreomacular adhesion, unspecified eye
- H43.89 Other disorders of vitreous body
- H43.9 Unspecified disorder of vitreous body
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the H43 range.
Vitreous Body
The transparent, semigelatinous substance that fills the cavity behind the CRYSTALLINE LENS of the EYE and in front of the RETINA. It is contained in a thin hyaloid membrane and forms about four fifths of the optic globe.
Vitreous Detachment
Detachment of the corpus vitreum (VITREOUS BODY) from its normal attachments, especially the retina, due to shrinkage from degenerative or inflammatory conditions, trauma, myopia, or senility.
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Hemorrhage into the VITREOUS BODY.
About the H43 Code Range
The ICD-10 code section H43 covers a range of disorders affecting the vitreous body, the clear gel that fills the eye. These codes help specify conditions like vitreous prolapse, hemorrhage, crystalline deposits, and vitreous opacities, identifying affected eyes when necessary.
These codes are used to classify distinct vitreous conditions. For example, H43.00–H43.03 relate to vitreous prolapse, sometimes called "vitreous loss," which describes displacement of the vitreous gel. Codes H43.10–H43.13 cover vitreous hemorrhage, including hemorrhages associated with diabetes or other retinal issues—also known as "ghost cell glaucoma" or "Terson's syndrome." The presence of crystalline deposits, often termed "asteroid hyalosis," falls under H43.20–H43.23. Other vitreous opacities, such as "vitreous floaters," are coded from H43.39. Vitreous degeneration and vitreomacular adhesion, conditions involving vitreous detachment or traction at the macula, are represented by codes H43.81 and H43.82, respectively. H43.9 is used when the disorder is unspecified. Understanding these ICD-10 codes for disorders of the vitreous body enables accurate documentation and targeted treatment planning for eye care professionals and coders alike.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the H43 range?
Of the 40 codes in this range, 30 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 H43 range classify?
The range classifies disorders of vitreous body. 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.
