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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Vitreous Floater

ICD-10 Coding for Vitreous Floater

H43.39
H43.81

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

Also Known as:
Eye Floaters
Vitreous Opacities
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Vitreous Floater

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Vitreous Floater

Use ICD-10 code H43.39 for other vitreous opacities, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other vitreous opacities

Non-Billable
H43.39
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Floaters present without PVD

Applicable To

  • • Vitreous floaters without PVD

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is specified to avoid unspecified coding.

Vitreous degeneration

Non-Billable
H43.81
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • OCT showing vitreofoveal traction
  • • Weiss ring observed during examination

Applicable To

  • • Posterior vitreous detachment

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies PVD to justify this code.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z96.1

Presence of intraocular lens

Use if the patient has undergone cataract surgery and has an intraocular lens.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for vitreous floaters?

The ICD-10 code for vitreous floaters without posterior vitreous detachment is H43.39, while H43.81 is used for floaters with posterior vitreous detachment.

How do you code vitreous floaters with pseudophakia?

For vitreous floaters with pseudophakia, use H43.39 or H43.81 depending on PVD presence, and add Z96.1 for the intraocular lens.

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