H11.049
BillablePeripheral pterygium, stationary, unspecified eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A non-growing tissue growth on the outer edge of the white part of the eye that is not progressing, but the specific eye is not documented.
Coding Tips
- •This is a default code when laterality cannot be determined from available documentation
- •Query the provider to obtain specific eye laterality for more accurate coding when possible
Code Hierarchy
└H11Other disorders of conjunctiva└H11.0Pterygium of eye└H11.04Peripheral pterygium of eye, stationary└H11.049Peripheral pterygium, stationary, unspecified eye
└H11.049Peripheral pterygium, stationary, unspecified eye