ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for H53.1
Subjective visual disturbances
Coding Notes & Guidelines for H53.1
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- subjective visual disturbances due to vitamin A deficiency (E50.5)
- visual hallucinations (R44.1)
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- amaurosis fugax (G45.3-)
- transient retinal artery occlusion (H34.0-)
Inclusion Terms
Hemeralopia
Inclusion Terms
Scintillating scotoma
Inclusion Terms
- Asthenopia
- Photophobia
Inclusion Terms
Metamorphopsia
Inclusion Terms
Visual halos
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code H53.1 (Subjective visual disturbances)
ICD-10-CM code H53.1 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 H53.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about H53.1 - Subjective visual disturbances. 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 Subjective visual disturbances.