H26 ICD-10-CM Code: Other cataract
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H26Other cataract
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H26 sits
- 1
Chapter 7
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- 2
Section
Disorders of lens (H25-H28)
- 3
Category H26
Other cataract
- 4
Code H26
Other cataract
More specific choices
Codes under H26
H26 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for H26.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H26.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H26.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- congenital cataract (Q12.0)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H26.
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Source and release
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H26 mean?
H26 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other cataract.”
Is H26 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H26 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is H26 located in ICD-10-CM?
H26 is listed in Chapter 7, Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59), within Disorders of lens (H25-H28) (H25–H28), under category H26, Other cataract.
What coding notes are listed for H26?
No inclusion terms are listed for H26 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: congenital cataract (Q12.0). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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