H33

⚠ Non-billable (Header)

Retinal detachments and breaks

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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These codes are mutually exclusive. Never code them together.

• detachment of retinal pigment epithelium (H35.72-, H35.73-)

Child Codes (6)

H33.0Retinal detachment with retinal breakHeader H33.1Retinoschisis and retinal cystsHeader H33.2Serous retinal detachmentHeader H33.3Retinal breaks without detachmentHeader H33.4Traction detachment of retinaHeader H33.8Other retinal detachments✓ Billable

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code H33 represents retinal detachments and breaks. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code H33?

ICD-10-CM code H33 is "Retinal detachments and breaks". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59).

Is H33 a billable ICD-10 code?

No, H33 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.

What codes are excluded with H33?

H33 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

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Code Information

CodeH33

BillableNo — Header code

CategoryDiseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)

Excludes11 rule(s)

Excludes20 note(s)

Child codes6

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)