H10.812
BillablePingueculitis, left eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation of the pinguecula (a yellowish growth on the conjunctiva near the cornea) in the left eye.
Coding Tips
- •Pingueculitis is often associated with sun exposure and dry eye conditions; document any related conditions
- •Ensure left eye laterality is clearly documented in the medical record
Code Hierarchy
└H10Conjunctivitis└H10.8Other conjunctivitis└H10.81Pingueculitis└H10.812Pingueculitis, left eye
└H10.812Pingueculitis, left eye