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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy

ICD-10 Coding for Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy

H18.511
H18.512
H18.513

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

Also Known as:
Fuchs' Dystrophy
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy

Use ICD-10 code H18.511 for fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, right eye, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, right eye

Billable Code
H18.511
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Central guttae visible on slit-lamp exam
  • • Specular microscopy showing polymegathism/pleomorphism

Applicable To

  • • Central corneal guttae
  • • Stromal edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, left eye

Billable Code
H18.512
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Central guttae visible on slit-lamp exam
  • • Specular microscopy showing polymegathism/pleomorphism

Applicable To

  • • Central corneal guttae
  • • Stromal edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, bilateral

Billable Code
H18.513
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Central guttae visible on slit-lamp exam
  • • Specular microscopy showing polymegathism/pleomorphism

Applicable To

  • • Central corneal guttae
  • • Stromal edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, unspecified eye

Billable Code
H18.519
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Central guttae visible on slit-lamp exam
  • • Specular microscopy showing polymegathism/pleomorphism

Applicable To

  • • Central corneal guttae
  • • Stromal edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z00.00

Routine eye exam

Use for asymptomatic monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy?

The ICD-10 codes for Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy are H18.511 for the right eye, H18.512 for the left eye, and H18.513 for bilateral involvement.

How is Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy documented?

Document Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy by noting central guttae, stromal edema, and laterality. Use slit-lamp and specular microscopy findings to support coding.

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