ICD-10/H43.31

H43.31 ICD 2026 Code: Vitreous membranes and strands

H43.31 is the authoritative medical code for Vitreous membranes and strands. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for vitreous membranes and strands (ICD-10-CM H43.31), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with 2026 federal coding standards.

Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.

Official Registry Overview & Definition

Vitreous membranes and strands is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code H43.31. A more specific billable subcode must be selected for claims submission.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance

Can H43.31 be billed directly?

No. H43.31 (Vitreous membranes and strands) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.

Nearest Codes in This Family

Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to H43.31 in its code family, with their registry titles.

  • H43.311 — Vitreous membranes and strands, right eye
  • H43.312 — Vitreous membranes and strands, left eye
  • H43.313 — Vitreous membranes and strands, bilateral
  • H43.319 — Vitreous membranes and strands, unspecified eye