ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for H53.42
Scotoma of blind spot area
Coding Notes & Guidelines for H53.42
Inclusion Terms
Enlarged blind spot
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code H53.42 (Scotoma of blind spot area)
ICD-10-CM code H53.42 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 H53.42 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about H53.42 - Scotoma of blind spot area. 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 Scotoma of blind spot area.