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H04.532

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Neonatal obstruction of left nasolacrimal duct

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A newborn has a blocked tear drainage duct on the left side, preventing tears from draining properly from that eye.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a congenital condition common in newborns; most resolve spontaneously within 12 months
  • •Document whether conservative management (massage) or surgical intervention is planned

Code Hierarchy

└H04Disorders of lacrimal system└H04.5Stenosis and insufficiency of lacrimal passages└H04.53Neonatal obstruction of nasolacrimal duct└H04.532Neonatal obstruction of left nasolacrimal duct
└H04.532Neonatal obstruction of left nasolacrimal duct

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