H04.562
BillableStenosis of left lacrimal punctum
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A narrowing or blockage of the tear opening (punctum) on the left eyelid, which can prevent tears from draining properly.
Coding Tips
- •Ensure documentation specifies left-sided involvement
- •The punctum is the initial drainage point for tears; stenosis here affects the entire tear drainage system
Code Hierarchy
└H04Disorders of lacrimal system└H04.5Stenosis and insufficiency of lacrimal passages└H04.56Stenosis of lacrimal punctum└H04.562Stenosis of left lacrimal punctum
└H04.562Stenosis of left lacrimal punctum