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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for nodular episcleritis

H15.12

Nodular episcleritis

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Episcleritis (suppurative) › nodular”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding nodular episcleritis

The ICD-10-CM code for nodular episcleritis is H15.12 (Nodular episcleritis).

Within H15.1 (episcleritis), H15.12 is specifically for nodular episcleritis. Related codes cover unspecified episcleritis (H15.10) and periodica fugax (H15.11).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H15.121 (right eye), H15.122 (left eye), H15.123 (bilateral) and H15.129 (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 nodular episcleritis ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for nodular episcleritis?

H15.12 — Nodular episcleritis (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H15.12 billable?

No. H15.12 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.