H35.5 ICD-10-CM Code: Hereditary retinal dystrophy
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H35.5Hereditary retinal dystrophy
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H35.5 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 H35.5
Hereditary retinal dystrophy
More specific choices
Codes under H35.5
H35.5 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 H35.5.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H35.5.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H35.5.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- dystrophies primarily involving Bruch's membrane (H31.1-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H35.5.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H35.5 mean?
H35.5 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Hereditary retinal dystrophy.”
Is H35.5 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H35.5 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 H35.5 located in ICD-10-CM?
H35.5 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 H35.5?
No inclusion terms are listed for H35.5 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: dystrophies primarily involving Bruch's membrane (H31.1-). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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