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H04.533

Billable

Neonatal obstruction of bilateral 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 blocked tear drainage ducts on both sides, affecting tear drainage from both eyes.

Coding Tips

  • •Bilateral neonatal obstruction is less common than unilateral; verify bilateral involvement is documented
  • •Monitor for secondary infection and document any treatment interventions

Code Hierarchy

└H04Disorders of lacrimal system└H04.5Stenosis and insufficiency of lacrimal passages└H04.53Neonatal obstruction of nasolacrimal duct└H04.533Neonatal obstruction of bilateral nasolacrimal duct
└H04.533Neonatal obstruction of bilateral nasolacrimal duct

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