H53.63
Billable

Congenital night blindness

Billable / Specific Code

What is Congenital night blindness?

ICD-10-CM H53.63 is the diagnosis code for Congenital night blindness. This code falls under the section "Visual disturbances and blindness" 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.

Coding Guidelines for H53.63

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 H53.63 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH53.63 — Congenital night blindness
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is H53.63 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H53.63 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H53.63 mean?

H53.63 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Congenital night blindness". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H53.63?

The parent code of H53.63 is H53.6 ("Night blindness"). H53.63 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H53.63 in?

H53.63 is located in Section H53-H54 — "Visual disturbances and blindness" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H53.63?

Use H53.63 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Congenital night blindness" 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 Congenital night blindness?

The ICD-10-CM code for Congenital night blindness is H53.63.

Can H53.63 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H53.63 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H53.63 in?

H53.63 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H53.63 valid for 2026?

Yes, H53.63 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousH53.62Acquired night blindnessNext →H53.69Other night blindness
Code Details
H53.63
Congenital night blindness
Billable / Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H53-H54 — Visual disturbances and blindness
2026 ICD-10-CM