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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Photophobia

ICD-10 Coding for Photophobia

H53.19

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

Also Known as:
Light Sensitivity
Visual Discomfort
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Photophobia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Photophobia

Use ICD-10 code H53.19 for other subjective visual disturbances, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other subjective visual disturbances

Billable Code
H53.19
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Photophobia without structural ocular pathology
coding:
  • • Primary symptom of light sensitivity
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of 'photophobia' in clinical notes

Applicable To

  • • Photophobia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure precise documentation of photophobia and its impact on daily activities.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G43.-

Migraine

Use when photophobia is associated with migraines.

S06.-

Traumatic brain injury

Use when photophobia is a symptom following a TBI.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for photophobia?

The ICD-10 code for photophobia is H53.19, which falls under 'Other subjective visual disturbances.'

How is photophobia documented in medical records?

Photophobia should be explicitly documented with details on severity and impact on daily activities, using the term 'photophobia' rather than 'light sensitivity.'

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