H15.031
BillablePosterior scleritis, right eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Posterior scleritis is inflammation of the back part of the white of the eye (sclera) on the right side. This condition can cause eye pain, vision problems, and swelling in the tissues behind the eye.
Coding Tips
- •Verify laterality is documented in the medical record as right eye (H15.031) versus left eye (H15.032) or bilateral (H15.033) to ensure accurate code selection
- •Investigate the underlying cause of scleritis if documented, as it may be associated with systemic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases that could warrant additional coding
Code Hierarchy
└H15Disorders of sclera└H15.0Scleritis└H15.03Posterior scleritis└H15.031Posterior scleritis, right eye
└H15.031Posterior scleritis, right eye