H16.239 ICD-10-CM Code: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
H16.239 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
H16.239Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
More specific than H16.239
View subcategoryH16.239 is an unspecified code, for when the note doesn’t say more. If it documents the type, cause, or site, one of these codes may fit better.
Coding tips for H16.239
The same condition with the side named
This code leaves the side unspecified, which should be rare. When the note says which side, use that side’s code.
Where H16.239 sits
- 1
Chapter 7
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- 2
Section
Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body (H15-H22)
- 3
Category H16
Keratitis
- 4
Subcategory H16.23
Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis
- 5
Code H16.239
Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for H16.239.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H16.239.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H16.239.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for H16.239.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H16.239.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H16.239 mean?
H16.239 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye.”
Is H16.239 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, H16.239 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is H16.239 located in ICD-10-CM?
H16.239 is listed in Chapter 7, Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59), within Disorders of sclera, cornea, iris and ciliary body (H15-H22) (H15–H22), under category H16, Keratitis and subcategory H16.23, Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis.
What coding notes are listed for H16.239?
No inclusion terms are listed for H16.239 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.