ICD-10-CM H44.21: Degenerative myopia, right eye

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About ICD-10-CM Code H44.21 (Degenerative myopia)

ICD-10-CM code H44.21 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 H44.21 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H44.21 - Degenerative myopia, right eye. 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 Degenerative myopia related to right eye.