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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for localized anterior staphyloma

H15.82

Localized anterior staphyloma

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Staphyloma (sclera) › localized (anterior)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding localized anterior staphyloma

The ICD-10-CM code for localized anterior staphyloma is H15.82 (Localized anterior staphyloma).

Within H15.8 (other disorders of sclera), H15.82 is specifically for localized anterior staphyloma. Related codes cover Equatorial staphyloma (H15.81), staphyloma posticum (H15.83), scleral ectasia (H15.84), ring staphyloma (H15.85) and other disorders of sclera (H15.89).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H15.821 (right eye), H15.822 (left eye), H15.823 (bilateral) and H15.829 (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 localized anterior staphyloma ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for localized anterior staphyloma?

H15.82 — Localized anterior staphyloma (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H15.82 billable?

No. H15.82 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.