H35.52
Billable

Pigmentary retinal dystrophy

Billable / Specific Code

What is Pigmentary retinal dystrophy?

ICD-10-CM H35.52 is the diagnosis code for Pigmentary retinal dystrophy. This code falls under the section "Disorders of choroid and retina" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for H35.52

✅ This Code Includes

  • Albipunctate retinal dystrophy
  • Retinitis pigmentosa
  • Tapetoretinal dystrophy

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H35.52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H35.52 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H35.52 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H35.52 mean?

H35.52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pigmentary retinal dystrophy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H35.52?

The parent code of H35.52 is H35.5 ("Hereditary retinal dystrophy"). H35.52 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H35.52 in?

H35.52 is located in Section H30-H36 — "Disorders of choroid and retina" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H35.52?

Use H35.52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pigmentary retinal dystrophy" 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 Pigmentary retinal dystrophy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Pigmentary retinal dystrophy is H35.52.

Can H35.52 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H35.52 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H35.52 in?

H35.52 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H35.52 valid for 2026?

Yes, H35.52 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
H35.52
Pigmentary retinal dystrophy
Billable / Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H30-H36 — Disorders of choroid and retina
2026 ICD-10-CM