ICD-10-CM H35.3: Degeneration of macula and posterior pole

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for H35.3

Degeneration of macula and posterior pole

Coding Notes & Guidelines for H35.3

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

cystoid macular edema following cataract surgery (H59.03-)

Code First

poisoning due to drug or toxin, if applicable (T36-T65 with fifth or sixth character 1-4)

Use Additional Code

code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Inclusion Terms

Age-related macular degeneration

Inclusion Terms
  • Atrophic age-related macular degeneration
  • Dry age-related macular degeneration
Inclusion Terms

Wet age-related macular degeneration

7th Character Guidance

One of the following 7th characters is to be assigned to codes in subcategory H35.31 to designate the stage of the disease:

7th Character Guidance

One of the following 7th characters is to be assigned to codes in subcategory H35.32 to designate the stage of the disease:

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code H35.3 (Degeneration of macula and posterior pole)

ICD-10-CM code H35.3 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM H35.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H35.3 - Degeneration of macula and posterior pole. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Degeneration of macula and posterior pole.