H20
Non-Billable

Iridocyclitis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Iridocyclitis?

ICD-10-CM H20 is the diagnosis code for Iridocyclitis. This code falls under the section "Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body" 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.

Coding Guidelines for H20

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 H20 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
H20.0Acute and subacute iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.00Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitisBillableH20.01Primary iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.011Primary iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.012Primary iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.013Primary iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.019Primary iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.02Recurrent acute iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.021Recurrent acute iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.022Recurrent acute iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.023Recurrent acute iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.029Recurrent acute iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.03Secondary infectious iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.031Secondary infectious iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.032Secondary infectious iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.033Secondary infectious iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.039Secondary infectious iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.04Secondary noninfectious iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.041Secondary noninfectious iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.042Secondary noninfectious iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.043Secondary noninfectious iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.049Secondary noninfectious iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.05HypopyonNon-BillableH20.051Hypopyon, right eyeBillableH20.052Hypopyon, left eyeBillableH20.053Hypopyon, bilateralBillableH20.059Hypopyon, unspecified eyeBillableH20.1Chronic iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.10Chronic iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.11Chronic iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.12Chronic iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.13Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.2Lens-induced iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.20Lens-induced iridocyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.21Lens-induced iridocyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.22Lens-induced iridocyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.23Lens-induced iridocyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.8Other iridocyclitisNon-BillableH20.81Fuchs' heterochromic cyclitisNon-BillableH20.811Fuchs' heterochromic cyclitis, right eyeBillableH20.812Fuchs' heterochromic cyclitis, left eyeBillableH20.813Fuchs' heterochromic cyclitis, bilateralBillableH20.819Fuchs' heterochromic cyclitis, unspecified eyeBillableH20.82Vogt-Koyanagi syndromeNon-BillableH20.821Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, right eyeBillableH20.822Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, left eyeBillableH20.823Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, bilateralBillableH20.829Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, unspecified eyeBillableH20.9Unspecified iridocyclitisBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H20 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H20 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H20 mean?

H20 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Iridocyclitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is H20 in?

H20 is located in Section H15-H22 — "Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H20?

H20 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H20.0, H20.1, H20.2, H20.8, H20.9.

When should I use H20?

Use H20 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Iridocyclitis" 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 Iridocyclitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Iridocyclitis is H20.

Can H20 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H20 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H20 in?

H20 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H20 valid for 2026?

Yes, H20 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
H20
Iridocyclitis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H15-H22 — Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body
2026 ICD-10-CM