H05.262
BillablePulsating exophthalmos, left eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A condition where the left eye rhythmically protrudes and retracts in synchronization with the heartbeat or blood vessel pulsations.
Coding Tips
- •Document presence of pulsations synchronized with pulse to differentiate from intermittent exophthalmos
- •Investigate for underlying vascular abnormalities or fistulas
Code Hierarchy
└H05Disorders of orbit└H05.2Exophthalmic conditions└H05.26Pulsating exophthalmos└H05.262Pulsating exophthalmos, left eye
└H05.262Pulsating exophthalmos, left eye