Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for amblyopia includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Amblyopia
Use ICD-10 code H53.00 for unspecified amblyopia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Hypermetropia
Use when hypermetropia is a contributing factor.
Congenital cataract
Use when cataract is the underlying cause.
The ICD-10 code for unspecified amblyopia is H53.00, but specific types like deprivation or refractive amblyopia have their own codes.
For bilateral amblyopia, use the specific type code for both eyes, ensuring documentation supports the diagnosis.