H27
Non-Billable

Other disorders of lens

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other disorders of lens?

ICD-10-CM H27 is the diagnosis code for Other disorders of lens. This code falls under the section "Disorders of lens" 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 H27

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as H27. They are mutually exclusive:

  • congenital lens malformations (Q12.-)
  • mechanical complications of intraocular lens implant (T85.2)
  • pseudophakia (Z96.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H27 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH27 — Other disorders of lens
Sub-Codes 4 entries
H27.0AphakiaNon-BillableH27.00Aphakia, unspecified eyeBillableH27.01Aphakia, right eyeBillableH27.02Aphakia, left eyeBillableH27.03Aphakia, bilateralBillableH27.1Dislocation of lensNon-BillableH27.10Unspecified dislocation of lensBillableH27.11Subluxation of lensNon-BillableH27.111Subluxation of lens, right eyeBillableH27.112Subluxation of lens, left eyeBillableH27.113Subluxation of lens, bilateralBillableH27.119Subluxation of lens, unspecified eyeBillableH27.12Anterior dislocation of lensNon-BillableH27.121Anterior dislocation of lens, right eyeBillableH27.122Anterior dislocation of lens, left eyeBillableH27.123Anterior dislocation of lens, bilateralBillableH27.129Anterior dislocation of lens, unspecified eyeBillableH27.13Posterior dislocation of lensNon-BillableH27.131Posterior dislocation of lens, right eyeBillableH27.132Posterior dislocation of lens, left eyeBillableH27.133Posterior dislocation of lens, bilateralBillableH27.139Posterior dislocation of lens, unspecified eyeBillableH27.8Other specified disorders of lensBillableH27.9Unspecified disorder of lensBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is H27 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H27 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H27 mean?

H27 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other disorders of lens". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is H27 in?

H27 is located in Section H25-H28 — "Disorders of lens" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H27?

H27 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H27.0, H27.1, H27.8, H27.9.

When should I use H27?

Use H27 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other disorders of lens" 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 Other disorders of lens?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other disorders of lens is H27.

Can H27 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H27 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H27 in?

H27 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from H27?

Type 1 Excludes for H27 include: congenital lens malformations (Q12.-); mechanical complications of intraocular lens implant (T85.2); pseudophakia (Z96.1).

Is H27 valid for 2026?

Yes, H27 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousH26.9Unspecified cataractNext →H27.0Aphakia
Code Details
H27
Other disorders of lens
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H25-H28 — Disorders of lens
2026 ICD-10-CM