H35.3 ICD-10-CM Code: Degeneration of macula and posterior pole
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
H35.3Degeneration of macula and posterior pole
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where H35.3 sits
- 1
Chapter 7
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- 2
Section
Disorders of choroid and retina (H30-H36)
- 3
Category H35
Other retinal disorders
- 4
Code H35.3
Degeneration of macula and posterior pole
Codes under H35.3
H35.3 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
H35.30Unspecified macular degenerationH35.31Nonexudative age-related macular degenerationH35.32Exudative age-related macular degenerationH35.33Angioid streaks of maculaH35.34Macular cyst, hole, or pseudoholeH35.35Cystoid macular degenerationH35.36Drusen (degenerative) of maculaH35.37Puckering of maculaH35.38Toxic maculopathyNotes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for H35.3.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H35.3.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H35.3.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for H35.3.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H35.3.
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 H35.3 mean?
H35.3 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Degeneration of macula and posterior pole.”
Is H35.3 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H35.3 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 H35.3 located in ICD-10-CM?
H35.3 is listed in Chapter 7, Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59), within Disorders of choroid and retina (H30-H36) (H30–H36), under category H35, Other retinal disorders.
What coding notes are listed for H35.3?
No inclusion terms are listed for H35.3 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.