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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Foster-Kennedy syndrome

H47.14

Foster-Kennedy syndrome

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Foster-Kennedy syndrome”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding Foster-Kennedy syndrome

The ICD-10-CM code for Foster-Kennedy syndrome is H47.14 (Foster-Kennedy syndrome).

Within H47.1 (papilledema), H47.14 is specifically for Foster-Kennedy syndrome. Related codes cover unspecified papilledema (H47.10), associated with increased intracranial pressure (H47.11), associated with decreased ocular pressure (H47.12) and associated with retinal disorder (H47.13).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H47.141 (right eye), H47.142 (left eye), H47.143 (bilateral) and H47.149 (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 Foster-Kennedy syndrome ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Foster-Kennedy syndrome?

H47.14 — Foster-Kennedy syndrome (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H47.14 billable?

No. H47.14 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.