H10.429
BillableSimple chronic conjunctivitis, unspecified eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A chronic inflammation of the clear membrane covering the white part of the eye with mild symptoms, but the specific eye affected is not documented.
Coding Tips
- •This is a default code when eye laterality is not specified; attempt to clarify with provider documentation
- •Review the record to determine if unilateral or bilateral involvement can be established
Code Hierarchy
└H10Conjunctivitis└H10.4Chronic conjunctivitis└H10.42Simple chronic conjunctivitis└H10.429Simple chronic conjunctivitis, unspecified eye
└H10.429Simple chronic conjunctivitis, unspecified eye