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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Duane's syndrome strabismus

H50.81

Duane's syndrome

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Strabismus (congenital) (nonparalytic) › Duane's syndrome”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding Duane's syndrome strabismus

The ICD-10-CM code for Duane's syndrome strabismus is H50.81 (Duane's syndrome).

Within H50.8 (other specified strabismus), H50.81 is specifically for Duane's syndrome. Related codes cover other specified strabismus (H50.89).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H50.811 (right eye) and H50.812 (left 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 Duane's syndrome strabismus ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Duane's syndrome strabismus?

H50.81 — Duane's syndrome (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H50.81 billable?

No. H50.81 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.