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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Eye Cataract

ICD-10 Coding for Eye Cataract

H25.11
H26.33

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

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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Eye Cataract

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Eye Cataract

Use ICD-10 code H25.11 for age-related nuclear cataract, right eye, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

Billable Code
H25.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Nuclear sclerosis with BCVA ≤20/40

Applicable To

  • • Nuclear sclerosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is specified.

Drug-induced cataract, bilateral

Billable Code
H26.33
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • History of steroid use
  • • Slit-lamp confirmation of posterior subcapsular opacity

Applicable To

  • • Cataract due to steroid use

Important Notes

  • • Document drug history clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

H40.9

Unspecified glaucoma

Use if glaucoma is present with cataract.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for age-related cataract?

The ICD-10 code for age-related nuclear cataract is H25.11 for the right eye. Ensure to specify laterality and type for accurate coding.

How do you code complex cataract surgery?

Use CPT code 66982 for complex cataract surgeries involving additional devices or techniques. Ensure documentation supports complexity.

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