H05.263

What This Code Means

A condition where both eyes bulge forward from their sockets in a rhythmic, pulsating manner, typically caused by abnormal blood vessel connections or increased pressure behind the eyes. This creates a visible throbbing or pulsing movement of both eyeballs.

Coding Tips

• •Verify that the condition is documented as bilateral (affecting both eyes) before assigning this code; if only one eye is affected, use H05.261 instead
• •Investigate the underlying cause (such as carotid-cavernous fistula or vascular malformation) as this may require an additional diagnosis code for complete clinical documentation