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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Absolute glaucoma

H44.51

Absolute glaucoma

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Glaucoma › absolute”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding Absolute glaucoma

The ICD-10-CM code for Absolute glaucoma is H44.51 (Absolute glaucoma).

Within H44.5 (degenerated conditions of globe), H44.51 is specifically for Absolute glaucoma. Related codes cover unspecified degenerated conditions of globe (H44.50), atrophy of globe (H44.52) and Leucocoria (H44.53).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H44.511 (right eye), H44.512 (left eye), H44.513 (bilateral) and H44.519 (unspecified eye).

It has been part of ICD-10-CM since the code set took effect on October 1, 2015 and hasn't changed since.

Common questions about Absolute glaucoma ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Absolute glaucoma?

H44.51 — Absolute glaucoma (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H44.51 billable?

No. H44.51 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.