ICD-10-CM H40.20: Unspecified primary angle-closure glaucoma

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for H40.20

Unspecified primary angle-closure glaucoma

Coding Notes & Guidelines for H40.20

7th Character Guidance

One of the following 7th characters is to be assigned to code H40.20 to designate the stage of glaucoma

7th Character Definitions
  • 0: stage unspecified
  • 1: mild stage
  • 2: moderate stage
  • 3: severe stage
  • 4: indeterminate stage

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code H40.20 (Unspecified primary angle-closure glaucoma)

ICD-10-CM code H40.20 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 H40.20 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H40.20 - Unspecified primary angle-closure glaucoma. 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 Unspecified primary angle-closure glaucoma.