H52.10

What This Code Means

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error where a person can see nearby objects clearly but distant objects appear blurry. This code is used when the condition affects an unspecified eye or when the laterality (which eye) is not documented.

Coding Tips

• •If the myopia affects a specific eye (right, left, or both), use the more specific codes H52.11 (right eye), H52.12 (left eye), or H52.13 (bilateral) instead of the unspecified code H52.10
• •Myopia is typically a chronic condition; ensure documentation specifies the degree of myopia (mild, moderate, high) if available, as there are separate codes for different severities