H10.81
Non-Billable

Pingueculitis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Pingueculitis?

ICD-10-CM H10.81 is the diagnosis code for Pingueculitis. This code falls under the section "Disorders of conjunctiva" within Chapter 7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for H10.81

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as H10.81. They are mutually exclusive:

  • pinguecula (H11.15-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H10.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
H10.811Pingueculitis, right eyeBillableH10.812Pingueculitis, left eyeBillableH10.813Pingueculitis, bilateralBillableH10.819Pingueculitis, unspecified eyeBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is H10.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H10.81 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H10.81 mean?

H10.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pingueculitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H10.81?

The parent code of H10.81 is H10.8 ("Other conjunctivitis"). H10.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H10.81 in?

H10.81 is located in Section H10-H11 — "Disorders of conjunctiva" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H10.81?

H10.81 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H10.811, H10.812, H10.813, H10.819.

When should I use H10.81?

Use H10.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pingueculitis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Pingueculitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Pingueculitis is H10.81.

Can H10.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H10.81 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H10.81 in?

H10.81 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from H10.81?

Type 1 Excludes for H10.81 include: pinguecula (H11.15-).

Is H10.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, H10.81 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousH10.8Other conjunctivitisNext →H10.811Pingueculitis, right eye
Code Details
H10.81
Pingueculitis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H10-H11 — Disorders of conjunctiva
2026 ICD-10-CM