Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Age-Related Nuclear Cataract, Bilateral
Use ICD-10 code H25.13 for age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Routine eye exam
Use if the cataract is discovered during a routine exam.
Presence of intraocular lens
Use post-cataract surgery to indicate lens replacement.
The ICD-10 code for bilateral age-related nuclear cataract is H25.13. It is used when both eyes are affected by nuclear sclerosis due to aging.
Documentation should specify 'age-related', 'nuclear', and 'bilateral'. Include slit-lamp findings and visual acuity to support the diagnosis.