H33.053

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Total retinal detachment, bilateral

Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)

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inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.

H33.0

• serous retinal detachment (without retinal break) (H33.2-)

H33

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

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code H33.053 represents total retinal detachment, bilateral. This code falls under the Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.

This is a 7-character code at the 6th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that H33.053 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code H33.053?

ICD-10-CM code H33.053 is "Total retinal detachment, bilateral". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59).

Is H33.053 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, H33.053 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What codes are excluded with H33.053?

H33.053 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

Related Codes in H33.05

Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:

H33.051Total retinal detachment, right eye H33.052Total retinal detachment, left eye H33.059Total retinal detachment, unspecified eye

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Code Information

CodeH33.053

BillableYes

ParentH33.05

CategoryDiseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)

Excludes12 rule(s)

Excludes20 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)