H44.53 ICD-10-CM Code: Leucocoria
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H44.53Leucocoria
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H44.53 sits
- 1
Chapter 7
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- 2
Section
Disorders of vitreous body and globe (H43-H44)
- 3
Category H44
Disorders of globe
- 4
Subcategory H44.5
Degenerated conditions of globe
- 5
Code H44.53
Leucocoria
More specific choices
Codes under H44.53
H44.53 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 H44.53.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H44.53.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H44.53.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for H44.53.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H44.53.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H44.53 mean?
H44.53 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Leucocoria.”
Is H44.53 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H44.53 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 H44.53 located in ICD-10-CM?
H44.53 is listed in Chapter 7, Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59), within Disorders of vitreous body and globe (H43-H44) (H43–H44), under category H44, Disorders of globe and subcategory H44.5, Degenerated conditions of globe.
What coding notes are listed for H44.53?
No inclusion terms are listed for H44.53 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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