H21.33

⚠ Non-billable (Header)

Parasitic cyst of iris, ciliary body or anterior chamber

Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)

⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.

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⚠️ Excludes2

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes.

  • miotic pupillary cyst (H21.27-)
  • sympathetic uveitis (H44.1-)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code H21.33 represents parasitic cyst of iris, ciliary body or anterior chamber. This code falls under the Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.

This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. There are 4 more specific child codes under H21.33.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code H21.33?

ICD-10-CM code H21.33 is "Parasitic cyst of iris, ciliary body or anterior chamber". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59).

Is H21.33 a billable ICD-10 code?

No, H21.33 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.

Can H21.33 be coded with other codes?

H21.33 has 2 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.

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Code Information

CodeH21.33
BillableNo — Header code
ParentH21.3
CategoryDiseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
Excludes10 rule(s)
Excludes22 note(s)
Child codes4

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)