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What information does ICD-10-CM add to many of the codes for eye disorders or injuries? Laterality (eye affected). Rationale: ICD-10-CM lists many of the codes for eye disorders or injuries based on which eye was affected (laterality – left, right, bilateral or unspecified).
FAQ what information does icd 10 cm add to many of the codes for eye disorders or injuries
What is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for eye injury?
injury (trauma) of eye and orbit ( ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S05. S05 Injury of eye and orbit S05.0 Injury of conjunctiva and corneal abrasion wi…
What is the ICD-10-CM code for cataract of the eye?
Even though the cataract is in both eyes, it is only necessary to report the ICD-10-CM code once per ICD-10-CM guideline I.B.12. What ICD-10-CM code is used to report acute actinic otitis externa of the left ear? Rationale: In the ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index look for Otitis/externa/acute/actinic and you are directed to H60.51-.
How many ICD-10 codes are there?
ICD-10-CM, for example, has over 70,000 codes. The WHO provides detailed information regarding the ICD via its website – including an ICD-10 online browser and ICD training materials. The online training includes a support forum, a self learning tool and user guide.
What is the ICD 10 code for Laceration of the eye?
In the ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index look for Laceration/eye (ball)/with prolapse or loss of intraocular tissue directing you to S05.2-. Tabular List indicates that seven characters are reported to complete the code.