H49 ICD-10-CM Code: Paralytic strabismus
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H49Paralytic strabismus
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H49 sits
- 1
Chapter 7
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- 2
Section
Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction (H49-H52)
- 3
Category H49
Paralytic strabismus
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Code H49
Paralytic strabismus
More specific choices
Codes under H49
H49 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 H49.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H49.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H49.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for H49.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- internal ophthalmoplegia (H52.51-)
- internuclear ophthalmoplegia (H51.2-)
- progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia (G23.1)
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H49 mean?
H49 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Paralytic strabismus.”
Is H49 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H49 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 H49 located in ICD-10-CM?
H49 is listed in Chapter 7, Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59), within Disorders of ocular muscles, binocular movement, accommodation and refraction (H49-H52) (H49–H52), under category H49, Paralytic strabismus.
What coding notes are listed for H49?
No inclusion terms are listed for H49 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: internal ophthalmoplegia (H52.51-); internuclear ophthalmoplegia (H51.2-); progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia (G23.1).
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