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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Vision

ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Vision

H54.3
H54.2

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for abnormal vision includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Vision Impairment
Visual Disturbance
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Vision

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Vision

Use ICD-10 code H54.3 for unqualified bilateral vision loss, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unqualified bilateral vision loss

Billable Code
H54.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • Visual acuity less than 20/200 in both eyes

Applicable To

  • • Bilateral blindness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of visual acuity and any underlying causes.

Low vision, both eyes

Non-Billable
H54.2
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • Documented visual acuity between 20/70 and 20/200 in both eyes

Applicable To

  • • Moderate vision impairment

Important Notes

  • • Document specific visual acuity measurements.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z01.01

Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings

Use when vision screening reveals abnormalities requiring further investigation.

Z01.021

Encounter for failed vision screening with abnormal findings

Use when a failed vision screening leads to a diagnosis of low vision.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal vision?

The ICD-10 code for abnormal vision can vary, but common codes include H54.3 for unqualified bilateral vision loss and H54.2 for low vision in both eyes.

How do you code for vision impairment?

Code vision impairment by documenting specific visual acuity and using codes like H54.3 for bilateral vision loss or H54.2 for low vision.

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