Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
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.
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.
Understanding where H52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, H52 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
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.
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.
H52 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H52.0, H52.1, H52.2, H52.3, H52.4 and more.
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.
The ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of refraction and accommodation is H52.
No, H52 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
H52 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, H52 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.