H52
Non-Billable

Disorders of refraction and accommodation

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Disorders of refraction and accommodation?

ICD-10-CM H52 is the diagnosis code for Disorders of refraction and accommodation. This code falls under the section "Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction" 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 H52

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 H52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
H52.0HypermetropiaNon-BillableH52.00Hypermetropia, unspecified eyeBillableH52.01Hypermetropia, right eyeBillableH52.02Hypermetropia, left eyeBillableH52.03Hypermetropia, bilateralBillableH52.1MyopiaNon-BillableH52.10Myopia, unspecified eyeBillableH52.11Myopia, right eyeBillableH52.12Myopia, left eyeBillableH52.13Myopia, bilateralBillableH52.2AstigmatismNon-BillableH52.20Unspecified astigmatismNon-BillableH52.201Unspecified astigmatism, right eyeBillableH52.202Unspecified astigmatism, left eyeBillableH52.203Unspecified astigmatism, bilateralBillableH52.209Unspecified astigmatism, unspecified eyeBillableH52.21Irregular astigmatismNon-BillableH52.211Irregular astigmatism, right eyeBillableH52.212Irregular astigmatism, left eyeBillableH52.213Irregular astigmatism, bilateralBillableH52.219Irregular astigmatism, unspecified eyeBillableH52.22Regular astigmatismNon-BillableH52.221Regular astigmatism, right eyeBillableH52.222Regular astigmatism, left eyeBillableH52.223Regular astigmatism, bilateralBillableH52.229Regular astigmatism, unspecified eyeBillableH52.3Anisometropia and aniseikoniaNon-BillableH52.31AnisometropiaBillableH52.32AniseikoniaBillableH52.4PresbyopiaBillableH52.5Disorders of accommodationNon-BillableH52.51Internal ophthalmoplegia (complete) (total)Non-BillableH52.511Internal ophthalmoplegia (complete) (total), right eyeBillableH52.512Internal ophthalmoplegia (complete) (total), left eyeBillableH52.513Internal ophthalmoplegia (complete) (total), bilateralBillableH52.519Internal ophthalmoplegia (complete) (total), unspecified eyeBillableH52.52Paresis of accommodationNon-BillableH52.521Paresis of accommodation, right eyeBillableH52.522Paresis of accommodation, left eyeBillableH52.523Paresis of accommodation, bilateralBillableH52.529Paresis of accommodation, unspecified eyeBillableH52.53Spasm of accommodationNon-BillableH52.531Spasm of accommodation, right eyeBillableH52.532Spasm of accommodation, left eyeBillableH52.533Spasm of accommodation, bilateralBillableH52.539Spasm of accommodation, unspecified eyeBillableH52.6Other disorders of refractionBillableH52.7Unspecified disorder of refractionBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H52 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H52 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H52 mean?

H52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disorders of refraction and accommodation". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is H52 in?

H52 is located in Section H49-H52 — "Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H52?

H52 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H52.0, H52.1, H52.2, H52.3, H52.4 and more.

When should I use H52?

Use H52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disorders of refraction and accommodation" 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 Disorders of refraction and accommodation?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of refraction and accommodation is H52.

Can H52 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H52 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H52 in?

H52 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H52 valid for 2026?

Yes, H52 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
H52
Disorders of refraction and accommodation
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H49-H52 — Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction
2026 ICD-10-CM