H10.239
Billable

Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye

Billable / Specific Code

What is Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye?

ICD-10-CM H10.239 is the diagnosis code for Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye. This code falls under the section "Disorders of conjunctiva" within Chapter 7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for H10.239

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H10.239 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH10.239 — Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H10.239 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H10.239 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H10.239 mean?

H10.239 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H10.239?

The parent code of H10.239 is H10.23 ("Serous conjunctivitis, except viral"). H10.239 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H10.239 in?

H10.239 is located in Section H10-H11 — "Disorders of conjunctiva" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H10.239?

Use H10.239 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye" 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 Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye?

The ICD-10-CM code for Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye is H10.239.

Can H10.239 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H10.239 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H10.239 in?

H10.239 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H10.239 valid for 2026?

Yes, H10.239 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
H10.239
Serous conjunctivitis, except viral, unspecified eye
Billable / Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H10-H11 — Disorders of conjunctiva
2026 ICD-10-CM