H04.141
BillablePrimary lacrimal gland atrophy, right lacrimal gland
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Wasting or shrinking of the tear gland on the right side due to a primary disease process affecting the gland itself.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm this is primary atrophy (not secondary to another condition) before coding
- •Document any associated symptoms like dry eye or reduced tear production
Code Hierarchy
└H04Disorders of lacrimal system└H04.1Other disorders of lacrimal gland└H04.14Primary lacrimal gland atrophy└H04.141Primary lacrimal gland atrophy, right lacrimal gland
└H04.141Primary lacrimal gland atrophy, right lacrimal gland