H53.6
Night blindness
Clinical Information
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A disorder characterized by an inability to see clearly in dim light.
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An inability to see clearly in dim light; due to a deficiency of vitamin a or to a retinal disorder.
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Failure or imperfection of vision at night or in dim light, with good vision only on bright days.
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Failure or imperfection of vision at night or in dim light, with good vision only on bright days. Dorland, 27th ed)
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Inability to see clearly in dim light.
Details
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H53.6 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM H53.6 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of H53.6 – other international versions of ICD-10 H53.6 may differ.